Crispy Finger Fish

Here’s a crispy homemade finger fish recipe that’s easy and hits every time.

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Crispy Finger Fish Recipe

Ingredients

• 500 g white fish fillets (hake, cod, tilapia, or dory)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko = extra crunch)

• 2 eggs

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)

• Oil for frying

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Instructions

1. Prep the fish
   Cut fish into finger-sized strips. Pat dry with paper towel.

2. Season the flour
   Mix flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder in a bowl.

3. Set up coating station

   • Bowl 1: seasoned flour

   • Bowl 2: beaten eggs

   • Bowl 3: breadcrumbs

4. Coat the fish
   Dip each piece into flour → egg → breadcrumbs. Press crumbs in gently.

5. Fry
   Heat oil over medium heat. Fry fish fingers 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

6. Drain & serve
   Remove and drain on paper towels.

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Serve with

• French fries or wedges 🍟

• Tartar sauce, ketchup, or garlic mayo

• Lemon wedges for a fresh squeeze 🍋

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Oven or Air Fryer Option

• Oven: Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 mins, flip halfway

• Air fryer: 180°C (360°F) for 10–12 mins

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If you want a spicy version, kid-friendly version, or a beer-battered finger fish, say the word 😌