Crispy Fish Sticks with Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
Crispy Fish Sticks with Sweet Potato Fries is a delightful and healthier take on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender white fish coated in a crunchy Parmesan-panko crust paired with seasoned baked sweet potato fries, this recipe is perfect for a family-friendly meal that’s both satisfying and nourishing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Fish Sticks
- 1 lb white fish fillets (like cod or tilapia), cut into strips
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sweet Potato Fries
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into fries
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Dipping Sauces
- Ketchup
- Ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
- Prepare the sweet potato fries: Cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized fries, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them out on one of the prepared baking sheets in a single layer. Place in the oven to bake for about 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through until crispy and golden brown.
- Prepare the breading station: In three shallow bowls, place the flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in the third bowl. These will be used for dredging the fish sticks.
- Bread the fish sticks: Take each fish strip, coat it first in the flour, then dip into the egg, and finally press into the panko-Parmesan mixture, ensuring an even and thorough coating.
- Bake the fish sticks: Arrange the breaded fish sticks on the second prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the oven alongside the fries for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure crispiness on all sides. The fish should be opaque and flaky when done.
- Serve: Remove both the fish sticks and sweet potato fries from the oven. Serve hot with your choice of ketchup or ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the breaded fish sticks lightly with cooking spray before baking.
- Use firm white fish like cod, tilapia, or haddock for the best texture.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute the flour and panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Make sure to cut the sweet potato fries uniformly for even cooking.
- Keep an eye on the sweet potato fries as cooking times can vary based on thickness.
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