Best 5 Cornmeal Crusted Fish Sticks Recipes

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Cornmeal crusted fish sticks are a delightful and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with flaky white fish coated in a crispy cornmeal crust, these fish sticks are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides and sauces. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun appetizer for a party, cornmeal crusted fish sticks are sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CORNMEAL-CRUSTED FISH STICKS



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Cornmeal gives the coating great texture and crunch. Any firm white-fleshed fish can be substituted for the tilapia; we like cod, catfish, or haddock.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large egg whites
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound skinless tilapia fillets, cut into 1-by-3-inch strips
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup vegetable oil
Ketchup, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil; fit another with a wire rack. In a large bowl, whisk together egg whites, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; add fish, and toss to coat. In another large bowl, combine cornmeal and flour; season with salt and pepper.
  • Working in batches, lift fish from egg-white mixture (letting excess drip off), and dredge in cornmeal mixture, patting to adhere; transfer to foil-lined sheet.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Working in batches, cook fish until golden brown and opaque throughout, 4 to 6 minutes, turning once (if fish is browning too quickly, reduce heat). Transfer to wire rack, and keep warm in oven while remaining fish cooks. Serve with ketchup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 29 g

BAKED PARMESAN FISH STICKS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 pound center-cut cod fillet (or other firm white fish)
Kosher salt
1 cup Italian-style panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 large egg whites
Warm marinara sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 425 degrees F. Brush a baking sheet with olive oil; set aside. Cut the cod crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick pieces (about 16). Season generously with salt.
  • Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the panko and cook, tossing, until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a shallow dish and let cool completely.
  • Add the parmesan to the panko. Spread the flour in a separate shallow dish. Lightly beat the egg whites in a third shallow dish.
  • Dredge the fish in the flour, then dip in the beaten egg whites, letting the excess drip off, then dip in the panko mixture, patting to adhere. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until the fish is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crisp, 15 to 18 minutes. Serve with warm marinara sauce.

PARMESAN AND CORNMEAL CRUSTED FISH FILLETS



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Make and share this Parmesan and Cornmeal Crusted Fish Fillets recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons cornmeal
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg white
1/4 cup skim milk
4 (6 ounce) fish fillets

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the flour, parmesan cheese, cornmeal, paprika, salt and pepper; set aside.
  • In another shallow dish, beat egg white and milk.
  • Dip fillets in milk mixture, then in flour mixture.
  • Place in a 13X9 inch baking dish coated with non-stick spray.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.5, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 99.3, Sodium 398.8, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 44.9

CORNMEAL-CRUSTED FISH FILLETS



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Categories     Fish     Fry     Sauté     Low Fat     Spring     Healthy     Self

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup cornmeal
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp hot-pepper flakes
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
4 fish fillets (such as sole or flounder, about 5 oz each)
2 tsp corn oil
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a shallow bowl. Put egg whites in another shallow bowl. Dip each fish fillet in cornmeal mixture, then in egg whites, then again in cornmeal mixture. Place fillets on a plate; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 10 minutes. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add fillets and cook over medium-high heat, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with lemon wedges.

CORNMEAL CRUSTED FISH STICKS



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Saw a recipe in a magazine. Adjusted it just a bit. This is now my go to recipe when I want to make fish sticks.

Provided by chef lisae

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 fish sticks per serving, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons white whole wheat flour, divided in half
6 tablespoons cornmeal, divided in half
1/2 teaspoon coriander, divided in half
1/2 teaspoon cumin, divided in half
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided in half
1/4 teaspoon Mrs. Dash table blend seasoning, divided in half
2 large egg whites
2 tilapia fillets or 8 ounces tilapia fillets
cooking spray

Steps:

  • In two shallow dishes, divide the flour and seasonings between the two. Beat the egg whites and place in another shallow dish. Season the fish with additional Mrs. Dash. Cut tilapia fillets into 1/2 inch strips. Dredge strips in flour mixture; dip in egg white and finally dip into the second flour mixture. Place the strip on a baking sheet , cover and place in the refrigerator so that the coating could adhere. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Remove the fish strips from the refrigerator and transfer to a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Coat the top of the strips with cooking spray. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven, turn the fish over, spray again, and return to the oven. Bake until crust is golden brown and the fish is cooked through, 5-6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.4, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 129.3, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 33.6

Tips:

  • Choose the right fish. Firm-fleshed fish like cod, haddock, or tilapia are best for fish sticks. They will hold their shape well during frying.
  • Cut the fish into even-sized pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Make sure the fish is dry before coating it. This will help the coating adhere to the fish.
  • Use a light touch when coating the fish. A thick coating will make the fish sticks greasy.
  • Fry the fish sticks until they are golden brown and flaky. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Serve the fish sticks with your favorite dipping sauce. Tartar sauce, ketchup, or ranch dressing are all good options.

Conclusion:

Cornmeal-crusted fish sticks are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun lunch. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your fish sticks are crispy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give cornmeal-crusted fish sticks a try. You won't be disappointed!

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