Crispy Air Fryer Fish Sticks
Crispy on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside, these air fryer cod fish sticks are double-coated in seasoned breadcrumbs for extra crunch. Serve with a creamy dipping sauce and pickles on the side!
25 minutesServes 3-4
American
The recipe
Crispy Air Fryer Fish Sticks
- Prep
- 10 minutes
- Cook
- 15 minutes
- Total
- 25 minutes
- Serves
- 3-4
Ingredients
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For the Fish:
Egg Mixture:
Breadcrumb Mixture:
For Cooking & Serving:
Method
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and cut into thick, evenly sized strips.
In a shallow bowl, add the eggs, mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
Dip each cod strip into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Coat thoroughly in the seasoned breadcrumbs, then dip it back into the egg mixture and finish with another layer of breadcrumbs. Gently press the coating onto the fish to help it stick.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat the air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange the fish sticks in a single layer. Air fry for 10 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for another 5 minutes, for a total of 15 minutes, or until crispy and the cod reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Transfer the crispy fish sticks to a serving plate and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve with pickles and your favorite creamy dipping sauce.
Enjoy!
Dilruba’s tips
Dipping the fish into the egg and breadcrumbs twice creates a thicker, crispier coating while keeping the cod tender and flaky inside.
