**Crispy, golden-brown fish fingers, a delightful seafood dish enjoyed by people of all ages, are a culinary delight that can be prepared in the comfort of your own kitchen. This versatile dish can be paired with a variety of sauces, from tangy tartar sauce to creamy mayonnaise, to complement the delicate flavor of the fish. Whether you prefer a classic battered version or a healthier baked option, our collection of fish finger recipes offers something for every taste and dietary preference. Dive into the world of fish fingers and discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and satisfying meal.**
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CRISP CRUMBED FISH FINGERS
Crisp, crumbed fish strips are almost as speedy as fish fingers, but much smarter.
Provided by futureamazingchef
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Family-Friendly Recipes Kid-Friendly Fish
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut fish fillets into long diagonal strips, each measuring about 3/4 inch wide.
- Break eggs into a shallow dish and beat well with a fork. Place bread crumbs in another shallow dish. Put flour, salt, and pepper in a large zip-top bag.
- Dip fish strips in egg, turning to coat well. Place on a plate and then shake a few at a time in the bag of seasoned flour. Dip in egg again and then in bread crumbs, turning to coat well. Place on a tray in a single layer, not touching, and let the coating set for at least 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1/2 inch oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry fish strips in batches (taking care not to overcrowd the pan) in the hot oil for about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, turning once. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and repeat to fry remaining strips.
- Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 136.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
FRIED FISH FINGERS WITH TARTAR SAUCE
Steps:
- Preheat the oil in a large cast iron or heavy bottomed pot, over medium heat. Cut the fillets, horizontally into strips, 1/2-inch thick. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Combine the flours and season with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece of fish in the flour, coating completely. Dip each piece in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off. Dredge the fish for a second time in the flour, coating completely. Fry the fish in batches until crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the fish with lemon halves and tartar sauce and garnish with parsley.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Add lemon juice and salt, to taste. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
HOMEMADE FISH FINGERS
Once you've tried these mouthwatering morsels, you'll never buy fish sticks again! Our Test Kitchen staff coated pieces of cod in a tasty Parmesan, herb and bread crumb mixture that is sure to have folks asking for seconds.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut fillets into 3/4-in. strips; set aside. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon zest, paprika, thyme and garlic salt. Place buttermilk and flour in separate shallow bowls. Coat fish strips with flour; dip into buttermilk, then coat with crumb mixture. , Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate for 20 minutes., Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Let stand for 2 minutes before removing from baking sheets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
COCONUT CRUSTED FISH FINGERS
Steps:
- 1. Place the fish in a bowl with the lime juice, coconut cream and 1/4 tsp of salt. Mix, then leave in the fridge for an hour to marinate (don't leave it for much longer than that as the fish will start to disintegrate). Scrape off and discard as much of the cream as you can from the fish, then set aside.
- 2. Place a large frying pan on a medium high heat, and, once hot, add the coconut. Dry-fry for 2-3 minutes stirring until golden. Transfer to a medium shallow bowl and set aside to cool, then mix in the [anko, hill flakes and 1/2 tsp of salt.
- 3. When ready to cook, set your oven broiler to high with rack in middle of oven.
- 4. Coating one at a time, dip a piece of fish into the melted oil/butter, followed by the coconut mix. Toss until it is coated on all sides and transfer to a wire rack placed on top of a large parchment-lined baking tray. Continue with the remaining pieces.
FISH FINGERS
Recipe by Theresa Albert from Just One Bite. For children, you can leave out the dill, lemon rind or cayenne according to their taste.
Provided by FrVanilla
Categories Halibut
Time 18m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fish Fingers:.
- Preheat oven to 350F/180°C.
- Cut fish fillets into 1-inch wide strips.
- In a bowl combine flour with half of the salt and pepper and place in a shallow dish.
- Beat eggs and place in a shallow dish.
- Combine potato flakes, remaining salt, dill, lemon rind and cayenne and place in a shallow dish.
- Dredge fish in seasoned flour and shake off excess; dip into eggs; press into potato flakes.
- Line a baking sheet with foil and brush with melted butter. Place fish on baking sheet; turn fish and brush with butter. Bake in oven for 8 - 10 minutes, or until golden on bottom; turn and continue to bake for 8-10 minutes, or until fish flakes easily and is golden brown.
- Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.
Tips:
- Use fresh, firm fish fillets. This will ensure that your fish fingers are succulent and flavorful.
- Cut the fish fillets into even-sized strips. This will help them cook evenly.
- Season the fish strips with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Coat the fish strips in flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. This will help them stay moist and crispy when fried.
- Fry the fish strips in hot oil until they are golden brown. Be sure to not overcrowd the pan, or the fish will not cook evenly.
- Serve the fish strips with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular choices include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and ketchup.
Conclusion:
Fish fingers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are quick and easy to make, and they can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight meal or a fun appetizer for a party, fish fingers are a great option. So next time you are looking for a seafood dish to try, give fish fingers a try. You won't be disappointed!
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