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FISH FINGER RECIPE

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🐟 Homemade Baked Fish Fingers (Crispy & Easy!)

Ingredients:

White fish fillets (e.g., cod, haddock, tilapia) – 500g / ~1
lb, skinless, boneless
Flour – 1/2 cup (for dredging)
Eggs – 2 large (lightly beaten)
Panko breadcrumbs – 1.5 to 2 cups (for ultra-crisp coating)
Salt – 1/2 tsp
Pepper – 1/4 tsp
Garlic powder or paprika – optional, for seasoning
Olive oil spray or drizzle – to help browning

Instructions:

1. Prep Breadcrumbs (optional but recommended):

Toast panko breadcrumbs in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden (about 3–5 mins), stirring constantly.
Let them cool. This gives a deep golden, crispy finish without deep frying.

2. Cut Fish:

Pat fish dry with paper towels.
Slice into uniform sticks (about 1 x 4 inches).

3. Set Up Breading Station:

Bowl 1: Plain flour + a little salt & pepper.
Bowl 2: Beaten eggs.
Bowl 3: Toasted breadcrumbs (add garlic powder, paprika, or herbs if desired).

4. Dredge Fish:

Dip each piece:
1. In flour, then shake off excess.
2. Into egg, let excess drip.
3. Roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

✅ Use one hand for wet (egg) and one for dry (breadcrumbs) to avoid sticky fingers!

5. Bake:

Preheat oven to 220°C / 425°F (200°C fan).
Line a baking tray with parchment or foil. Place a rack over it (if available).
Place crumbed fish fingers on tray. Spray lightly with oil.
Bake for 13–15 minutes or until golden and crispy. Flip halfway through for even browning.

6. Serve:

With lemon wedges 🍋 and dipping sauce like tartar, mayo, or garlic aioli.
Perfect with a side salad, fries, or veggies.

🔁 Make Ahead / Freeze:

Bread raw fish sticks and freeze uncooked on a tray.
Transfer to bag once frozen. Bake from frozen, adding 5–7 mins to bake time.

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Best Fish for Fish Fingers

I’ve used Ling – its long, firm fillets make it ideal for cutting into classic fish finger batons.

That said, most fish fillets will work well, except for lean varieties that tend to dry out when baked or fried, such as swordfish, kingfish, bonito, and tuna.

Other great options include: tilapia, cod, basa, catfish, barramundi, bream, snapper, and John Dory / Silver Dory.

Check the recipe notes for more suggestions and a list of fish to avoid.

🔥 The "Extra-Crispy No-Mess Breading Method"

✅ What It Does:

Skips the traditional 3-bowl dredging (flour → egg → crumbs).
Uses 1 batter mix that clings beautifully to protein.
Delivers restaurant-level crispness using oven-toasted breadcrumbs.

🧑‍🍳 How It Works:

Step 1: Toast the Panko

Spread panko breadcrumbs on a tray.
Spray lightly with oil and bake at 180°C / 350°F for 5–7 minutes until golden.
This pre-toasting means the crumbs will crisp up in the oven without frying.

Step 2: Make the Batter

Whisk together:
- Flour
- Egg
- Water or milk
- Salt, pepper, and optional spices
Result: A sticky batter that clings like glue, replacing the need for separate flour and egg steps.

Step 3: Coat and Crumb

Dip fish (or chicken) into the batter.
Transfer straight to toasted panko, pressing to adhere.
Place on rack and bake until golden and crispy.

🍽️ Other Popular Recipes Using This Method:

🐟 Homemade Filet-O-Fish

Crispy crumbed fish fillet + soft bun + tartare sauce = better-than-McDonald’s result!

🍗 Crunchy Baked Chicken Tenders

Juicy chicken strips baked to perfection with a cr

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Toast the breadcrumbs – it’s an extra step, but it’s effortless. Just spread the breadcrumbs on a tray, spray with oil, and bake for 5 minutes. Fish fingers cook quickly in the oven (15 minutes max), which isn’t enough time for the breadcrumbs to turn golden and crisp—no matter how much oil you use. So we give them a little helping hand by toasting the breadcrumbs beforehand. This trick lets you bake anything breaded to a beautiful golden all over—instead of ending up with pale, splotchy patches.

Single extra-strength dredge batter – no need to dust with flour then dip in egg. I use a one-step flour-and-egg dredge batter that gives extra sticking power, which is exactly what we need when baking breaded foods.

Best Fish for Fish Fingers
I’ve used Ling here – its long shape makes it perfect for cutting into fish finger-style batons.

That said, most fish fillets will work well, as long as you avoid lean varieties that dry out easily when baked or fried. These include swordfish, kingfish, bonito, and tuna.

Great alternatives include: tilapia, cod, basa, catfish, barramundi, bream, snapper, and John Dory / Silver Dory.

For more ideas (and fish to avoid), check out the recipe notes.

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Other Ingredients

Oil spray – There’s less than a teaspoon of oil used in the whole recipe thanks to oil spray. It gives you even coverage—something that’s hard to achieve with regular liquid oil. No spray? No problem. Just substitute with 1–2 tablespoons of oil and drizzle or brush it on.
Mayonnaise (for the batter) – Sounds unusual, but there’s logic to the madness! Mayo adds a bit of oil to the dredge batter, helping the breadcrumbs brown more evenly—from the inside as well as the outside. It also adds a subtle boost of flavour.
Parmesan – This gives the fish fingers a delicious umami boost, helping make up for the lack of deep frying (because let’s be honest—frying makes everything taste better. Even Mars Bars, apparently 😂).

That fish finger recipe sounds delicious—crispy and flavorful with a nice touch of Parmesan and paprika. If you're sticking with a healthy theme for the sides (with the occasional indulgent option like cheesy garlic bread or wedges), here are some great ideas to complement your homemade fish fingers:

🥗 Healthy Sides to Serve with Fish Fingers

1. Sweet Potato Fries (Baked)

A healthier alternative to regular fries. Sprinkle with paprika or cumin for extra flavor.

2. Pea Purée or Minted Peas

Lightly mashed or blitzed peas with a bit of mint and lemon juice. Refreshing and classic.

3. Garden Salad

A simple mix of lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion with a light vinaigrette.

4. Coleslaw (Lightened-Up)

Use Greek yogurt or a low-fat mayo base for a creamy, crunchy side that’s still on the healthy side.

5. Steamed or Roasted Veggies

Think broccoli, carrots, or green beans. You can roast them with a bit of olive oil and seasoning for added flavor.

6. Quinoa or Couscous Salad

Mix with chopped herbs, cucumber, tomato, lemon juice, and a touch of olive oil. Light and filling.

7. Mashed Cauliflower

A lower-carb alternative to mashed potatoes, great with a bit of garlic and a touch of butter or olive oil.

8. Avocado and Tomato Salsa

Fresh and creamy with a hint of acidity—pairs well with the crunchy texture of the fish fingers.

🍞 Indulgent Options (Optional Treats)

Cheesy Garlic Bread – Because sometimes a little indulgence is worth it!
Homemade Potato Wedges – Bake them for a healthier take, seasoned with paprika, garlic, and rosemary.

Great! You’ve got a solid, crispy oven-baked fish finger recipe there — healthier than frying, and still crunchy thanks to those toasted panko crumbs. To complete your meal, here’s how you can serve it with some healthy sides and a few quick sauce options for variety:

✅ Serving Suggestions – Healthy and Balanced

🐟 Main: Baked Fish Fingers

Crispy, flavorful, and oven-baked — great job on the method!

🥗 Healthy Side Dish Pairings

Pea & Mint Mash
- Steam 2 cups of peas, mash with a fork or blitz briefly with:
  - 1 tbsp plain yogurt
  - 1 tsp chopped mint
  - Squeeze of lemon juice
  - Salt and pepper
Roasted Veggie Medley
- Toss chopped carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast at 200°C / 400°F for 20–25 minutes.
Cucumber & Yogurt Salad
- Thinly slice cucumber, mix with:
  - 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
  - Dash of garlic powder
  - Lemon zest and dill
  - Pinch of salt
Quinoa & Herb Salad
- Cook 1 cup quinoa, fluff and cool.
- Toss with parsley, mint, chopped cherry tomatoes, cucumber, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Sweet Potato Fries
- Cut into wedges, toss with olive oil, paprika, salt.
- Bake at 200°C / 400°F for 25 minutes, flipping halfway.

🍋 Quick Sauce Ideas (from Note 3)

1. Simple Lemon Yogurt Sauce

1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Zest & juice of 1/2 lemon
Salt, pepper, pinch of garlic powder

2. Quick Tartare Alternative

3 tbsp mayo
1 tbsp chopped pickles or capers
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp lemon juice
Optional: chopped parsley

3. Healthy Sweet Chilli Dip

2 tbsp Greek yogurt
1 tsp sweet chilli sauce
Squeeze of lime

🥖 Optional Treat Sides

(If you're feeling indulgent)

Cheesy Garlic Bread – Toast whole grain baguette slices with garlic, olive oil, and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
Crispy Potato Wedges – Bake skin-on potato wedges with rosemary and garlic.

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Fish Finger recipe Homemade fish fingers made without frying, and without your fingers