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Fish Fingers

Cultural Context

Originating from the UK, fish fingers became a popular convenience food in the mid-20th century, often served with chips and peas. They are a staple in children's meals and are celebrated for their crispy coating and tender fish inside. Today, fish fingers are enjoyed globally, with variations including different types of fish and coatings.

BritishUGmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500 grams boneless white fish
1 teaspoon Himalayan salt
1 teaspoon black pepper powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon paprika powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon Italian mixed herbs
1/4 cup flour
1 egg
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
fresh coriander (or parsley)
1.5 cups Japanese bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon Himalayan salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

white fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: water

Flaxseed meal can replace eggs for binding, and water is a cost-effective alternative.

oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is commonly less expensive.

1

Start by taking 500 grams of boneless white fish.

2

Add just under 1 teaspoon of Himalayan salt.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper powder.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of cumin powder.

5

Add 1 teaspoon of paprika powder.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of red chili powder.

7

Add 1 teaspoon of Italian mixed herbs.

8

Add 1/4 cup of flour.

9

Add 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.

10

Mix everything well and marinate in the fridge for a while.

11

Prepare the coating while the fish is marinating.

12

Use 1.5 cups of Japanese bread crumbs for a crispier texture.

13

If you don't have Japanese bread crumbs, you can use regular bread crumbs instead.

14

Add 1/4 teaspoon of Himalayan salt and about 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the bread crumbs.

15

Add some fresh coriander to the bread crumbs and mix well.

16

Coat the marinated fish with the bread crumbs, pressing gently to ensure it sticks well.

17

Heat oil in a pan until hot.

18

Fry the fish fingers for 3-4 minutes on one side.

19

After about 3 minutes, flip the fish fingers to fry the other side for another 3-4 minutes until crispy.

20

Once done, remove the fish fingers from the pan.

Cooking Techniques

dredgingfryingbaking

Equipment Needed

pan

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Allergens

fishglutenegg

Also Known As

Fish SticksFish Fritters

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