#35 Fish Sticks

In all my married life I think I have only purchased frozen fish sticks once. I didn't care for them, so we never ate them again. But, most of my kids really like fish, so when I saw this recipe in the Homemade Pantry, I thought they would probably really like it. We typically eat fish on Fridays during Lent, so what a great time to give it a whirl.

Fish Sticks
2 1/2 cups Breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. paprika
Ground pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 pound white fish cut into 1 inch strips (cod, flounder, etc.)-I used cod
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
Cooking spray for rack

First cut your fish into strips.

1. Combine the breadcrumbs, salt, paprika and pepper in a shallow bowl and set aside. Pour flour into a shallow bowl, and roll each strip of fish into the flour, then set it on a baking sheet to dry for 20 minutes

2. Put your oil-sprayed rack into an empty baking sheet. Set out your work station- in a line on your counter. I used my Pampered Chef, coating trays which is perfect for this recipe. First comes the prepared floured fish, then dip into the beaten egg whites, then a full dredge into the breadcrumb mixture, and then place onto the oil-sprayed wire rack. Refill breadcrumbs as needed.

 

 

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Transfer the fish (keep it on the rack) into the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Remove from fridge and bake on the rack and baking sheet for 12-15 mniutes, or until the fish comes apart in flakes.

 

The fish sticks were a big hit.....the whole family loved them and loved the homemade tartar sauce I made to go with them. That I will post tomorrow:)