Air Fryer Fish Sticks
These Air Fryer Fish Sticks are a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun appetizer. Serve them with lemon wedges and tartar sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock), cut into sticks
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Tartar sauce, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each fish stick by dredging in flour, dipping in egg, and then covering with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the breaded fish sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish sticks are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 280mg