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Healthy Crispy Fish Fingers Recipe

Homemade crispy fish fingers made with flaky white fish and a golden, crunchy breadcrumb coating that’s perfect for family dinners or nostalgic comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g white fish fillets cod, haddock, or tilapia
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs panko recommended
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Neutral oil for frying vegetable, canola, or sunflower

Method
 

  1. Cut fish fillets into finger-sized strips and pat completely dry.
  2. Season flour with salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.
  3. Place beaten eggs in a second bowl and breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
  4. Dredge fish pieces in seasoned flour, coating evenly.
  5. Dip floured fish into beaten eggs until fully coated.
  6. Roll fish in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help them adhere.
  7. Heat oil to 350°F in a frying pan over medium heat.
  8. Fry fish fingers for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  9. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  10. Season lightly with salt and serve immediately.

Notes

Patting the fish dry and maintaining proper oil temperature are key to achieving perfectly crispy fish fingers.