Air Fryer Fish Sticks

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Fish fillet (e.g., salmon or cod): 500 grams
2. All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup
3. Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
4. Egg: 2
5. Breadcrumbs: 1 cup
6. Salt: 1 teaspoon
7. Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
8. Oil: for greasing the air fryer and frying the fish sticks

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
2. Cut the fish fillet into long strips or sticks.
3. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
4. In another bowl, whisk the eggs.
5. Dredge the fish sticks in the flour mixture, then dip them in the egg, and finally coat them with the breadcrumbs.
6. Grease the air fryer basket with oil.
7. Place the fish sticks in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes.
8. Flip the fish sticks over and cook for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving (assuming no additional oil is used for frying)
• Protein: 25 grams
• Fat: 12 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside
• Easy to prepare with readily available ingredients
• Suitable for American taste due to its simplicity and familiar flavors

User Comments:

1. "These fish sticks were delicious! The air fryer made them super crispy." 2) "This was a great way to use up leftover fish fillets. The dish turned out perfectly."
2. "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a great way to introduce my family to fish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh fish fillets for best results.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket, as this can affect the cooking process and the texture of the fish sticks.
• Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the fish sticks and your air fryer's specifications.