Description
Irresistible Spicy Fish Nuggets are the perfect treat for seafood enthusiasts seeking a flavorful bite. These crispy nuggets feature a zesty peri peri coating that delivers just the right amount of heat. Ideal for quick dinners or as appetizers at gatherings, these versatile bites can be fried, air-fried, or baked to suit your cooking style. With their tender fish filling and satisfying crunch, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz boneless white fish
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Breadcrumbs (regular and panko)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp oregano, dried
- 1 tsp parsley, dried
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powder or cayenne
- 7/8 tsp paprika, smoked
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 pinch salt
- 1 neutral oil
- 1/4 cup regular breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Cut boneless white fish into bite-sized pieces and combine in a bowl with garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs, egg, and lemon juice.
- Set up a coating station: mix flour with spices in one bowl and whisk milk in another.
- Dip each fish piece in milk, then coat with the flour mixture, followed by breadcrumbs for added crunch.
- Cook by frying in a non-stick pan until golden brown or baking in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner/Appetizer
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 nuggets (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg