Air Fryer Crispy Fish Sticks
Air Fryer Crispy Fish Sticks
These air fryer crispy fish sticks are a healthier alternative to traditional fried fish sticks, offering a crunchy texture with less oil.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound white fish fillets, cut into sticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Coating: In separate bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Fish: Dip each fish stick into flour, then eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Arrange in Basket: Place fish sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Cook the Fish Sticks: Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
- Ensure the fish sticks are not overcrowded in the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- For extra crispiness, double-dip in the egg and breadcrumb mixture.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter, crunchier texture.