Air Fryer Crispy Fish Sticks (HOMEMADE)

Air Fryer Crispy Fish Sticks (HOMEMADE)

There are so many options for the breading that come out crispy and accommodate different dietary choices. We love them all, each giving slightly different texture and flavor.

Variance in size and thickness influence how the fish sticks cook, so you’ll have to adjust timing. All air fryers are different and some cook much hotter than others. Once you cook your first batch, you’ll know more of what works for your model of air fryer and size of food.

Make sure to spray the breaded fish sticks to completely coat all the dry spots of breading or else it may cook up dry and crunchy instead of crispy. Want to know what oils and sprayers are best for an air fryer? This article is a great write up.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Servings: Servings

Calories: 318kcal

Ingredients

1 pound (454 g) white fish fillets (cod, halibut, tilapia, etc.)
1 teaspoon (5 ml) kosher salt , or to taste
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) black pepper , or to taste
1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
1 cups (110 g) breadcrumbs (or more if needed) (or breading of choice) panko, crushed pork rinds, almond flour etc.
2 eggs
cooking spray

Equipment

Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer at 380°F/193°C for 4 minutes.
If using frozen filets, make sure to thaw first. Cut fish filets into small strips (about 1-inch wide). Make sure they are even sized so they’ll cook evenly. The thicker they are, the longer they will take to cook. Pat the fish strips dry.
Lightly oil and then season with the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Put the breading in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip the fish strips in the egg, shaking off excess egg. Dredge in the breadcrumbs (or breading of choice). Press filets into the bowl of breading so that they completely coat the filets. Repeat this process for all fish pieces.
Line air fryer basket/tray with perforated parchment paper or perforated silicone mat (highly recommended - if you don't have perforated parchment paper or mat, make sure to generously coat the air fryer basket/tray with oil spray). Lightly spray parchment paper/silicone mat with oil spray.
Lay coated fish in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket/tray (cook in batches if needed). Generously spray all sides of the breaded fish sticks with oil spray to coat any dry spots.
Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for 6 minutes. Flip the fish sticks. Lightly spray any dry spots.
Continue Air Frying for 4-8 minutes, or until the fish sticks are cooked through and they are crispy brown (time will vary depending on the size and thickness of your fish sticks).
Serve with your favorite dip: tartar sauce, mustard, aioli, etc.

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: American

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