Spicy Fish Nuggets
Indulge in the crispy, flavorful delight of Spicy Fish Nuggets, a perfect fusion of zesty seasoning and tender fish. These easy-to-make nuggets are coated in a spicy peri peri blend that adds just the right kick to your meal. Whether you choose to fry, bake, or air fry them, these versatile bites are ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings. Serve them with your favorite dips or alongside fresh salads and grains for a complete meal. Enjoy these delicious nuggets and impress your family with this quick and satisfying dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 nuggets 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz boneless white fish
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup 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
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Cut the fish into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, parsley, black pepper, chili powder (or cayenne), paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Whisk together the egg and lemon juice in another bowl.
- Set up an assembly line with flour first, egg mixture next, followed by breadcrumbs.
- Coat each fish piece in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry until golden brown (about 3–4 minutes per side) or bake at 400°F for 15–20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nugget (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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