Best 4 Oven Baked Fish Sticks With Easy Tartar Sauce Kid Friendly Recipes

Cooking a delicious and kid-friendly meal can be a challenge, especially when trying to find something that is both easy to make and enjoyable for little ones. Oven-baked fish sticks with easy tartar sauce are a perfect solution for busy parents looking for a quick and tasty dish that the whole family will love. This simple recipe uses pantry staples and takes minimal effort, making it a great choice for weeknight dinners or weekend lunches. Paired with a homemade tartar sauce, these crispy fish sticks are sure to become a favorite among kids and adults alike. So, let's dive into the world of flavors and create a delightful meal that will satisfy everyone's taste buds!

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BAKED FISH STICKS

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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

Kosher salt and ground black pepper
1 pound firm-flesh white fish, such as cod, sliced into sticks about 1 inch by 3 inches
1/2 cup whole grain pastry flour (or white whole wheat flour)
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
2 slices whole grain bread (or sub 1 cup whole grain breadcrumbs)
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional; if kids don't freak out)
1 large egg
Olive oil, in a spray bottle or mister (or nonstick vegetable spray)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Salt and pepper the fish sticks. Place the flour on a rimmed plate and season with the garlic, mixing with a fork, and set aside.
Place the bread and herbs (if using) in a food processor and pulse until uniform, but not too small. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the breadcrumbs to a shallow baking dish or rimmed plate and set aside.
Whisk the egg and 1 tablespoon water in a medium bowl. Dredge a piece of fish in the flour, gently shake off excess, and then dip the fish in the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs, gently pressing into the crumbs. Repeat with the remaining pieces of fish.
Place a metal cooling rack on top of a baking sheet, and mist with olive oil. Place the fish sticks on the rack and bake until the fish is cooked through, about 12 minutes. (For even browning, you can turn the fish over halfway through cooking time and spray the second side with olive oil.)

HOMEMADE FISH STICKS

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I am a nutritionist and needed a healthy fish fix. Moist inside and crunchy outside, these are great with oven fries or roasted veggies and low-fat homemade tartar sauce. -Jennifer Rowland, Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, beaten
3/4 pound cod fillets, cut into 1-inch strips
Butter-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs and seasonings. Place flour and egg in separate shallow bowls. Dip fish in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere., Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; spritz with butter-flavored cooking spray. Bake 10-12 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 718mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

OVEN-BAKED FISH STICKS WITH EASY TARTAR SAUCE (KID-FRIENDLY)

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Although cod is stated in the ingredients this recipe will work good using tilapia or white fish fillets. This will serve about 3 people, but can be easily doubled. The already crushed cornflake crumbs that you purchase in a small box will not work as well for this recipe, the texture is too fine and the fish sticks will not be as crispy, try to use regular cornflakes cereal and grind them in your processor. You can double the tartar sauce recipe if you prefer more sauce, try to make the sauce even up to a day ahead to blend flavors. This is a great recipe for kids of all ages LOL!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise (plus 2 tablespoons)
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish (or to taste)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (can use more)
salt and pepper
5 cups corn flakes
seasoning salt
pepper
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 lbs cod fish fillets, cut into about 3/4-inch strips (can use talapia or similar fish)

Steps:

Set oven to 475°F (set oven rack to second-lowest position, or the middle rack).
In a bowl mix together the mayo, sweet relish, garlic powder and lemon juice; whisk to blend, and season with salt and pepper, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Process the cornflakes with a pinch of seasoning salt and black pepper on a processor until coarse crumbs form (leave the crumbs coarse, don't grind them to a fine texture) transfer the crumbs to a bowl and mix in lemon peel.
In a small bowl mix together the melted butter with about 2-3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice until well combined.
Season the fish with black pepper (and more salt if desired) then brush the fish with the lemon butter to coat on all sides.
Dip the fish into the cornflake mixture coating completely.
Arrange the fish on a lightly greased baking sheet.
Sprinkle with any remaining cornflake mixture.
Bake fish for about 7-10 minutes (depending on the size of the fish strips).
Serve with the sauce.

HERB-BAKED FISH WITH TARTAR SAUCE

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Make and share this Herb-Baked Fish With Tartar Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Norahs Girl

Categories Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

800 g firm fresh fish fillets, skinned
salt & freshly ground black pepper
50 ml dry white wine
2 lemons, juice
soft butter
45 ml chopped fresh mixed herbs
tartar sauce
200 ml mayonnaise
1 gherkin, finely chopped
30 ml capers
15 ml spring onions
5 ml lemon juice
5 ml Dijon mustard

Steps:

Mix all the ingredients for the tartar sauce and chill.
Preheat the oven to 180ºC.
Grease a large sheet of aluminum foil with plenty of soft butter.
Place the fish on top, dot with butter, season and sprinkle with wine and lemon juice on top.
Scatter the herbs over and wrap the fish in the foil.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the fish can be easily flaked with a fork.
Serve with the tartar sauce and chips, if desired.

Tips:

Choose the right fish. White fish, such as cod, haddock, and tilapia, are all good choices for fish sticks. They are mild in flavor and have a firm texture that holds up well to baking.
Cut the fish into even-sized sticks. This will help them cook evenly. Aim for sticks that are about 1-inch thick and 3-4 inches long.
Season the fish sticks. You can use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, or paprika. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or white wine for extra flavor.
Coat the fish sticks in bread crumbs. This will help them get crispy in the oven. You can use plain bread crumbs or seasoned bread crumbs. If you are using plain bread crumbs, you can add some herbs or spices to them for extra flavor.
Bake the fish sticks until they are golden brown and cooked through. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fish sticks. Serve the fish sticks with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.

Conclusion:

Oven-baked fish sticks are a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. They are also a healthy alternative to fried fish sticks. By following these tips, you can make sure your fish sticks turn out perfectly every time.