In the realm of seafood cuisine, tilapia stands out as a versatile and delectable fish, renowned for its mild flavor and tender texture. With its flaky white flesh, tilapia lends itself to a myriad of cooking techniques, from baking and grilling to pan-searing and frying. Among these, panko crusted tilapia sticks have emerged as a culinary delight, capturing the hearts of seafood enthusiasts with their crispy golden exterior and succulent, flaky interior. This article delves into the art of crafting the perfect panko crusted tilapia sticks, guiding you through the process of selecting the finest ingredients, preparing the fish, and creating a delectable breading that will transform your tilapia into a culinary masterpiece.
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PANKO CRUSTED TILAPIA
Panko is a Japanese bread crumb, coarser than regular breadcrumbs. It makes a delicious crunchy coating for baked tilapia that is lightly seasoned with butter and lemon.
Provided by Kizzikate
Categories Tilapia
Time 22m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375%. Spray a baking pan lightly with cooking oil.
- In a shallow dish, combine melted margarine, garlic powder, and lemon juice. In a separate shallow dish, combine panko and Old Bay seasoning.
- Dip each filet in butter mixture, then roll well in the panko mixture. Place filets in a single layer onto prepared pan.
- Press any remaining panko mixture onto tops of filets.
- Bake 12-14 minutes, until flaky. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.4, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 285.7, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 27.6
PANKO-CRUSTED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Put flour and eggs into 2 separate dishes. Combine bread crumbs, cilantro, lime zest, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a third dish.
- Season tilapia fillets with salt and pepper. Put 1 fillet in flour, coat both sides, and gently shake off excess. Dip into eggs, turning once, then dredge in the bread crumb mixture to coat. Repeat with remaining fillets.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place fillets in the skillet and cook until crust is golden and fish is easy to lift with a spatula, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side until fish flakes easily with a fork, another 3 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.7 g, Cholesterol 180.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 36.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 341.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
PANKO-CRUSTED FISH STICKS WITH HERB DIPPING SAUCE
Homemade fish sticks are far superior to frozen ones -- the whole family will enjoy them.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 475, with racks in top and bottom third. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil; set aside.
- Place egg in a wide shallow bowl; season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine panko, Old Bay, and oil. Dip tilapia into egg, shaking off excess, then into panko mixture, pressing to adhere. Place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake until lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes, rotating sheets from top to bottom halfway through. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, lemon juice, and horseradish; season with salt and pepper. Serve fish sticks with sauce and lemon wedges on the side.
PANKO-CRUSTED TILAPIA STICKS
These are not your typical "fish sticks". They taste so much better than the processed frozen variety, plus there are no preservatives or artificial ingredients! These Tilapia Sticks turn out moist on the inside and delightfully crispy on the outside and are sure to please both parents and kids. Serve as-is or with your choice of dipping sauce.
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Tilapia
Time 23m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Slice tilapia filets into 1-inch wide x 3-inch long "sticks".
- Into a shallow, wide bowl, place panko, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- In another shallow bowl, whisk egg. Then whisk in milk, ketchup, salt and pepper.
- Lightly coat a medium-sized baking pan with cooking spray.
- Dredge tilapia "sticks" in egg mixture, gently shake off excess liquid and drop into panko mixture. Pat mixture onto all sides of the fish and gently place onto baking pan, handling carefully as not to loose the coating.
- Bake for 5 minutes, rotate the baking pan (do not turn the fish sticks themselves) and return to the oven for another 2-3 minutes.
- Allow to cool slightly, serve and enjoy!
PANKO ENCRUSTED TILAPIA FILLETS
Make and share this Panko Encrusted Tilapia Fillets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lori Mama
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 3 pie plate sized dishes, put egg white, flour and crumbs.
- Combine crumbs with seasonings.
- Dredge fish on both sides in flour,.
- shaking exess.
- Dip next in egg white on both sides.
- and then place in crumbs.
- Make sure to press firmly on both sides, so the crumbs will stick.
- Heat a large, non stick, pan over medium heat.
- Add 1 tablespoons oil.
- Add both fillets and cook until golden.
- About 5 minutes.
- Flip over and add remaning oil.
- Swirl pan so fish moves and is coated with the oil.
- Continue browning until fish is cooked.
- About another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.3, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 1490.5, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 7.8
PANKO-CRUSTED TILAPIA STICKS
These are not your typical "fish sticks". They taste so much better than the processed frozen variety, plus there are no preservatives or artificial ingredients! These Tilapia Sticks turn out moist on the inside and delightfully crispy on the outside and are sure to please both parents and kids. Serve as-is or with your choice of dipping sauce.
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Tilapia
Time 23m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Slice tilapia filets into 1-inch wide x 3-inch long "sticks".
- Into a shallow, wide bowl, place panko, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- In another shallow bowl, whisk egg. Then whisk in milk, ketchup, salt and pepper.
- Lightly coat a medium-sized baking pan with cooking spray.
- Dredge tilapia "sticks" in egg mixture, gently shake off excess liquid and drop into panko mixture. Pat mixture onto all sides of the fish and gently place onto baking pan, handling carefully as not to loose the coating.
- Bake for 5 minutes, rotate the baking pan (do not turn the fish sticks themselves) and return to the oven for another 2-3 minutes.
- Allow to cool slightly, serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 156.6, Sodium 1400.4, Carbohydrate 41.7, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4.1, Protein 36.1
PANKO-CRUSTED TILAPIA
Such a quick and delicious dish. This is inspired by Ina Garten's Panko-Crusted Salmon, although I modified it to use ingredients I already had in my kitchen and to use slightly less oil. It was absolutely perfect paired with roasted asparagus.
Provided by Mees Mees
Categories Tilapia
Time 15m
Yield 4 fillets, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- In a shallow bowl, mix panko, garlic, thyme, cayenne, and a generous pinch of both salt and pepper. Add the olive oil to panko mixture, mixing with fingers so that breadcrumbs are evenly coated. Set aside.
- Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Place tilapia fillets on baking sheet at least 1 inch apart. Spread 1/2 tsp dijon mustard (or more to taste) evenly on each fillet. Press panko mixture on top of the mustard, splitting the panko evenly among the four fillets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until fish is cooked through and will flake with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.5, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 56.7, Sodium 247.8, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 25.5
Tips and Conclusion
Whether you're in the mood for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a delightful appetizer for your next party, panko-crusted tilapia sticks are sure to please. Here are some tips to make the most of this delicious dish:
- Choose fresh tilapia fillets for the best flavor and texture.
- Cut the fillets into even-sized strips for even cooking.
- Use a combination of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese for a crispy and flavorful coating.
- Season the breadcrumb mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper for extra flavor.
- Dip the tilapia strips into the beaten eggs, then coat them in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Shallow fry the tilapia sticks in hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the tilapia sticks with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, ranch dressing, or lemon wedges.
In conclusion, panko-crusted tilapia sticks are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're making them for a weeknight meal, a party appetizer, or a special occasion, these crispy and flavorful fish sticks are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give panko-crusted tilapia sticks a try. You won't be disappointed!
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