Air Fryer Fish Fingers
Air fryer fish fingers are a deliciously crispy twist on a childhood favorite, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. These golden bites are made with flaky white fish fillets coated in crunchy breadcrumbs, offering a guilt-free indulgence without sacrificing flavor. Serve them hot with your choice of dipping sauces, and watch everyone at the table smile!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Tartar sauce or your favorite dip for serving
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut fish into strips (about 1 inch wide) and pat dry.
- Set up a breading station: place flour mixed with salt and pepper in one bowl, beat eggs in another, and put breadcrumbs in a third.
- Coat each fish strip in flour, dip in egg, and roll in breadcrumbs.
- Arrange coated fish fingers in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with tartar sauce or lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 fish fingers (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg