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Homemade Fish Sticks with Tartar Sauce

Best Homemade Fish Sticks with Tartar Sauce: Crispy & Irresistible

Homemade Fish Sticks with Tartar Sauce are flaky, crunchy, and perfectly tangy, elevating weeknight meals into crowd-pleasers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Sticks
  • 1 pound white fish fillets (cod or haddock) Choose firm, flaky fish for the best texture.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Helps the coating stick.
  • 2 large eggs Acts as glue for the breadcrumbs.
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Use Japanese-style for extra crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Adds a bright aroma.
For the Tartar Sauce
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Creamy base for the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup dill pickles, finely chopped Classic tangy crunch.
  • 1 tablespoon capers Adds briny flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Provides fresh taste.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley Adds freshness.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow dishes
  • whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

How to Make Homemade Fish Sticks with Tartar Sauce
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat 1-pound white fish fillets dry and cut into 1-inch strips. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
  3. Arrange three shallow dishes: seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
  4. Dredge each fish strip in flour, dip in the egg wash, then press into panko, ensuring an even coating.
  5. Place coated fish strips on the prepared sheet, spray with oil, and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and crisp.
  6. Flip the fish sticks halfway through baking for even crispness.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, and lemon juice for the tartar sauce.
  8. Cover and refrigerate the tartar sauce for at least 10 minutes.
  9. Serve warm fish sticks with tartar sauce for dipping, garnished with lemon wedges and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 4sticksCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle fish sticks with chopped parsley for extra color. Use fresh fish for better texture and flavor.

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