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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Seafood

    Homemade Fish Fingers

    Published: Nov 11, 2020 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

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    Diet: Low Fat

    These Homemade Fish Fingers (Fish Sticks) are easy, delicious and a great recipe for kids to help make. These crispy fish fingers are baked too, and are healthier than store bought. Put them in a sandwich, serve with a salad  and chips or just dip them in your favourite sauce.

    Two plates with fish sticks, fries and peas next to a bowl of tartar sauce.

    These easy homemade fish fingers are made with just 4 ingredients and are a great way to get more fish in to kids diets. Not just for kids, these crispy breaded fish sticks go great with homemade chips and vegetables for a dinner that will take you bake to your school days.

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    • Step by step
    • Why should you try it?
    • What fish is best?
    • Fish finger coating
    • What to serve these with
    • FAQs
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    Step by step

    One: Firstly, cut your fish fillet into long finger-sized strips.

    White fish fillet cut into long strips.

    Two: Coat each piece of fish in flour, dip in the egg then cover in breadcrumbs.

    A plate of fish fillets, a plate of flour, a plate of breadcrumbs and a bowl of whisked egg.

    Three: Place on a lined baking tray.

    Homemade fish sticks on a lined baking tray.

    Four: Bake at 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 for 15-20 minute, until cooked through and golden.

    Nine cooked fish sticks on a baking tray with four lemon wedges.

    Why should you try it?

    • Kid friendly
    • Just 4 ingredients
    • Freeze well and can be cooked from frozen
    • A great way to get kids to eat more fish
    • Can be made with cod, haddock or salmon

    What fish is best?

    It is best to use a firm white fish such as cod, halibut, pollock or tilapia. Whichever fish you decide to use, try to find fish fillets that are nice and thick, as these will be able to get a good sized "finger/stick".

    To prepare the fish it is recommended to sprinkle the fish with salt and leaving for 20-30 minutes. This will help the fish firm up and also increase the flavour. This step is totally optional though and will obviously increase the salt content.

    You could even follow this recipe with using salmon fillets.

    Fish finger coating

    To get that lovely golden coating, you can combine the breadcrumbs with some paprika and turmeric. Fish finger coating should cover the fish completely, so a fine breadcrumb is best. If the breadcrumbs are too coarse, a nice even coating won't be achieved.

    Panko breadcrumbs will give a lovely crunch to the coating, but if using Panko, it is best to grind them a bit first, to make them finer. We used tiger loaf bread, which is nice and buttery.

    Two fish sticks on a plate.

    What to serve these with

    Fish fingers, chips and peas! It's as traditionally British as roast beef and Yorkshire puddings! Our Air Fryer Chips are the perfect accompaniment to fish fingers. You could serve these fish fingers with our creamy mashed potatoes, some vegetables and of course, some ketchup to dip in to.

    Another perfect accompaniment to these fish sticks is some tartar sauce. You can, of course use store bought, but we have made our own tangy tartar sauce that goes great with many fish recipes. To make the sauce mix together 8 tablespoon mayonnaise, 2 chopped gherkins, 2 tablespoon chopped capers, some chopped parsley, salt, pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice.

    A bowl of chopped pickles, herbs and mayonnaise.

    FAQs

    Can fish fingers be microwaved?

    Fish fingers can be cooked in the microwave, but they will never get the crispy coating that comes with baking of frying. They only take 3-5 minutes depending on how powerful your microwave is. Remember to turn halfway and be prepared for a fishy smell to linger around your microwave for a while afterwards.

    Can babies eat fish fingers?

    Fish fingers are a favourite when weaning children. They make perfect finger food as they are nice and soft and make are great for baby-led weaning. Wait until your baby can easily eat solids - we suggest trying him/her on fish fingers at around 8 months old.

    Can homemade fish fingers be frozen?

    To freeze uncooked fish fingers, line a baking tray with cling film (Saran Wrap) and put the fish fingers on top. Cover with wrap and freeze until completely frozen, then transfer to freezer bags. To freeze cooked fish fingers, let them cool completely and then transfer to freezer bags. In both instances, the fish fingers will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure you label if the have been cooked or not.

    How to cook homemade fish fingers from frozen?

    One of the great things about these fish fingers is that they can be cooked straight from the freezer, without needing to defrost first.
    To cook, preheat oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6. Lay the frozen fish fingers on a wire rack on top of a of a baking tray (to catch any loose crumbs).
    If previously un-cooked, cook for about 20 minutes, turning halfway through. If they have been cooked previously, cook for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway. Make sure they are completely cooked through before serving.

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    Extra tips

    • To get an even crisper coating, you can shallow fry these fish fingers, but this will increase the calories.
    • It is best to use a firm white fish such as cod, halibut, pollock or tilapia.

    More fish recipes

    • Sardine Pasta
    • Mediterranean Baked Cod
    • Gambas Pil Pil
    • Salmon Burger with Basil Sauce

    If you’ve tried this homemade fish finger recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - Use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

    Homemade Fish Fingers on a plate with chips, peas and a lemon wedge

    Homemade Fish Fingers Recipe

    These Homemade Fish Fingers are delicious and easy and a great recipe for kids to make. These fish fingers are baked too, so they are healthy too. Put them in a sandwich, serve with a salad or just dip them in your favourite sauce.
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    Low Fat
    5 from 27 votes
    Author: Dannii
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    Course: Lunch
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
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    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 245kcal
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    Ingredients

    UK Metric Measures - US Customary Measures
    • 250 g Fresh cod fillets - cut into 8 finger sized strips
    • 2 slices Bread (we used tiger loaf) - made into breadcrumbs by blending it
    • 1 Egg - beaten
    • 40 g plain flour

    Instructions

    • Cut the cod into fish finger size pieces
    • One at a time, coat the cod pieces in the flour
    • Then dip it into the beaten egg
    • Then roll it in the breadcrumbs so it is completely covered.
    • Repeat with each piece and put on a lightly greased baking try.
    • Bake at 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 for 15-20 minute, until cooked through and golden.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 597mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 97mg | Iron: 3mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Angela

      November 18, 2020 at 12:31 pm

      5 stars
      YUM! This was so delicious! My kids gobbled them up. Such a simple and tasty recipe, will definitely make again.

      Reply
    2. Jovita

      November 18, 2020 at 12:06 pm

      5 stars
      Ah, fish fingers remind me of my childhood. I have never tried making them at home, though. Such a great kid-friendly idea!

      Reply
    3. Toni Dash

      November 13, 2020 at 2:12 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a delicious appetizer for my kids! Will definitely make it again!

      Reply
    4. Sarah James

      November 13, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      Your homemade fish fingers look delicious. I love the crispy coating of breadcrumbs and slices of fish instead of mashed up bits of fish like you get with shop bought fish fingers. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    5. Kylie Archer

      November 13, 2020 at 11:42 am

      5 stars
      The kids loved these for a quick and easy dinner after swimming class!

      Reply
    6. Chris

      November 13, 2020 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      Perfect for a quick, easy and delicious lunch! I love it!

      Reply
    7. Michelle

      November 12, 2020 at 10:32 pm

      5 stars
      Yasss! These are exponentially better than the frozen kind!

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    8. sarah johnson

      November 12, 2020 at 7:08 pm

      5 stars
      very tasty and nice N crispy. Love these!

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    9. April

      November 12, 2020 at 6:29 pm

      5 stars
      I have a hard time getting my kiddos to eat fish and they loved these.

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    10. Michelle

      November 12, 2020 at 4:49 pm

      5 stars
      We love how crispy these fish fingers are and I especially love that I only need a few ingredients to make them! Great recipe thanks so much for sharing it.

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    11. Gina

      November 12, 2020 at 12:31 pm

      5 stars
      Love how crispy these are!

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    12. Kate

      November 12, 2020 at 12:14 pm

      5 stars
      You read my mind! My kids were just asking about how fish fingers were made and we said we would try to find a recipe. And now I have! Thanks so much x

      Reply
    13. beth sachs

      November 12, 2020 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      Such a simple kid-friendly recipe and so much healthier than the fish fingers you buy at the supermarket. Delicious.

      Reply
    14. Danielle Wolter

      November 12, 2020 at 11:37 am

      5 stars
      I'm always looking for new ways to prepare fish and these were perfect! I love how they are crisp on the outside but tender on the inside.

      Reply
    15. Chris Collins

      November 12, 2020 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      I never realised how easy fish fingers were to make! Such a simple recipe, love it!

      Reply
    16. Jacqueline Piper

      November 11, 2020 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      I love fish. Can't wait to try this with halibut. I love that this recipe contains few and basic ingredients and that you give a recipe for homemade tartar sauce too! Wonderful

      Reply
    17. Andrea Metlika

      November 11, 2020 at 4:43 pm

      5 stars
      These are perfect for my family. Easy to make,fresh fish and delicious!

      Reply
    18. Kushigalu

      November 11, 2020 at 4:36 pm

      5 stars
      These fish fingers sound amazing. I can't wait to mAre this for my lil one. Yum

      Reply
    19. Angela

      November 11, 2020 at 4:33 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe with minimal ingredients. So quick and easy.

      Reply

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