Description
Spicy Fish Nuggets are a must-try for anyone craving a crispy, flavorful snack. Made with tender white fish fillets coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and a blend of spices, these nuggets deliver an irresistible kick. Perfect for game nights or family dinners, serve them hot with a squeeze of lemon and your favorite dipping sauce. Quick to prepare and sure to impress, these nuggets will become a staple in your cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cut the white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
- Set up a breading station: whisk eggs with salt and pepper in one bowl, and mix panko breadcrumbs with chili powder and cayenne in another.
- Dip each fish piece into the egg mixture, then roll in the seasoned breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry nuggets in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 120mg