Description
Crispy and flavorful Baked Fish Sticks made with tender white fish fillets coated in a seasoned panko crumb mixture, baked to golden perfection. A healthier alternative to fried fish sticks, this recipe offers an easy and delicious way to enjoy seafood in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish Sticks
- Cooking spray
- 1 pound white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or catfish), cut into sticks
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2–3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/4 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a baking rack on top, if available. Spray the rack or baking sheet lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Fish: Cut the white fish fillets into equal-sized sticks. Season both sides of the fish sticks with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- Bread Fish: Set up a breading station by placing the flour in one shallow bowl, the beaten eggs in another, and the panko bread crumbs mixed with seasoning salt in a third bowl. Coat each fish stick first in flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it evenly with the panko mixture.
- Bake: Arrange the breaded fish sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking rack or directly on the baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy. If you did not use a rack, flip the fish sticks halfway through the baking time for even browning.
- Serve: Serve the baked fish sticks immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauces for a delicious meal or snack.
Notes
- Using a baking rack allows heat to circulate evenly and helps keep the fish sticks crispy all around.
- For extra flavor, you can add garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper to the panko mixture.
- If you prefer, use gluten-free panko or flour to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Ensure fish sticks are not crowded on the baking sheet to prevent sogginess.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness but are best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
