CORNMEAL-CRUSTED FISH STICKS

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Cornmeal gives the coating great texture and crunch. Any firm white-fleshed fish can be substituted for the tilapia; we like cod, catfish, or haddock.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large egg whites
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound skinless tilapia fillets, cut into 1-by-3-inch strips
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup vegetable oil
Ketchup, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil; fit another with a wire rack. In a large bowl, whisk together egg whites, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; add fish, and toss to coat. In another large bowl, combine cornmeal and flour; season with salt and pepper.
  • Working in batches, lift fish from egg-white mixture (letting excess drip off), and dredge in cornmeal mixture, patting to adhere; transfer to foil-lined sheet.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Working in batches, cook fish until golden brown and opaque throughout, 4 to 6 minutes, turning once (if fish is browning too quickly, reduce heat). Transfer to wire rack, and keep warm in oven while remaining fish cooks. Serve with ketchup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 29 g

Roger Fee
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The cornmeal crust on these fish sticks was delicious, but the fish itself was a little dry. I would probably use a more moist fish next time.


Muhammad Afridi
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These fish sticks were a little too greasy for my taste. I think I would use less oil next time.


M ShahZaib Jutt
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These fish sticks were delicious! The cornmeal crust was crispy and the fish was flaky and tender. I served them with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, and everyone loved them.


R A Noyon
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I'm not a fan of cornmeal, but I loved these fish sticks! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Ishaaq Pathan
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These fish sticks were easy to make and turned out great! I used cod, and it was flaky and tender. The cornmeal crust was crispy and flavorful. I served them with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, and everyone loved them.


Yasir Jan
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The cornmeal crust on these fish sticks was delicious, but the fish itself was a little bland. I would probably use a more flavorful fish next time.


Tae Dailey
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These fish sticks were a little too dry for my taste. I think I would add more mayonnaise to the breading next time.


Chintan Roka
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I love fish sticks, and these were some of the best I've ever had. The cornmeal crust was so crispy and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Ssema Abdul
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These fish sticks were easy to make and turned out great! I used tilapia, and it was flaky and tender. The cornmeal crust was crispy and flavorful.


Mayura Madhusanka
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but these fish sticks were delicious! The cornmeal crust was flavorful and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Hema Ahmed
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These cornmeal-crusted fish sticks were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. I served them with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, and everyone loved them.