Breaded Cod Fish Sticks are a fun, easy, and healthy way to enjoy some seafood. They are perfect for a quick weeknight meal or even as an appetizer at your next gathering.
With just a few ingredients, you can have these fish sticks on the table in no time! Plus, they are freezer-friendly so you can always have them on hand when you need them.
Codfish is versatile
Cod is a versatile, firm-fleshed fish that can be breaded and fried to make delicious cod fish sticks. This easy-cod recipe only takes about 20 minutes to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight meal. Serve with tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for a quick and tasty dinner.
📋 RECIPE AT-A-GLANCE
| Detail | Time/Amount |
|---|---|
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
| Marinating | Not required |
| Cook time | 20 minutes |
| Total time | ~35 minutes |
| Yield | Serves 4 people |
Ingredients
- 1 pound codfish, cut into one inch strips
- 1 cup gluten-free all purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
1 lemon - 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
🧑🍳 DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS for Breaded Codfish Sticks
Add finishing touches
Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish sticks for brightness and flavor. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce—homemade tartar sauce, spicy aioli, or classic ketchup all work well.
Prepare your codfish
Rinse the codfish fillet gently under cold water, then pat it completely dry using paper towels. This step is important—moisture can cause the breading to slip off. Use a sharp knife to cut the cod into even, 1-inch wide sticks or rectangular strips. Try to keep them uniform so they cook evenly.
Set up a breading station
Prepare three shallow bowls or plates:
Bowl 1: Add the gluten-free all-purpose flour and season it with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Bowl 2: Crack 2 large eggs into a bowl and beat them until smooth.
Bowl 3: Pour in the panko breadcrumbs. If you'd like extra flavor, stir in ½ teaspoon paprika or garlic powder.
Set the bowls in a row for easy dipping.
Coat the codfish in layers
Working one piece at a time, dredge each cod stick first in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten egg, letting the excess drip off. Finally, roll or press the stick firmly into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring all sides are coated. Place breaded sticks on a clean plate or tray as you go.
Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the codfish sticks in a single layer on the tray, leaving space between each one. Lightly drizzle or spray olive oil over the top of the fish sticks to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake the fish sticks
Place the tray in the center of the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping the sticks halfway through using tongs or a spatula. The codfish sticks are done when the outside is golden brown and crispy, and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of your pieces.
Tartar Sauce
There are many different types of sauces out there, but one of my absolute favorites is tartar sauce. It's the perfect combination of salty, sour, and savory, and it goes great with just about everything. Whether you're eating a crunchy fish fillet or some crispy fries, tartar sauce will take your meal to the next level. In this post, I'm going to teach you how to make your own tartar sauce from scratch. So get ready to indulge in some deliciousness!
Tartar Sauce Ingredients
- -½ cup mayonnaise
- -1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- -1 tablespoon pickle relish
- -1 teaspoon lemon juice
- -salt and pepper, to taste
Tartar Sauce Directions
Simply mix all of the ingredients together in a bowl, and adjust the seasoning to taste. If you find the sauce to be too thick, you can add a little bit of water until it reaches the desired consistency. And that's it! You now have homemade tartar sauce that's perfect for your next fish fry or potato salad. Enjoy
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Breaded Codfish sticks
Description
Breaded Cod Fish Sticks are a fun, easy, and healthy way to enjoy some seafood. They are perfect for a quick weeknight meal or even as an appetizer at your next gathering. With just a few ingredients, you can have these fish sticks on the table in no time! Plus, they are freezer-friendly so you can always have them on hand when you need them.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 pound codfish, cut into one inch strips
- 1 cup gluten-free all purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
1 lemon - 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
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TARTAR SAUCE INGREDIENTS
- -½ cup mayonnaise
- -1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- -1 tablespoon pickle relish
- -1 teaspoon lemon juice
- -salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
🧑🍳 DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS for Breaded Codfish Sticks
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Prepare your codfish
Rinse the codfish fillet gently under cold water, then pat it completely dry using paper towels. This step is important—moisture can cause the breading to slip off. Use a sharp knife to cut the cod into even, 1-inch wide sticks or rectangular strips. Try to keep them uniform so they cook evenly. -
Set up a breading station
Prepare three shallow bowls or plates:-
Bowl 1: Add the gluten-free all-purpose flour and season it with a pinch of salt and pepper.
-
Bowl 2: Crack 2 large eggs into a bowl and beat them until smooth.
-
Bowl 3: Pour in the panko breadcrumbs. If you'd like extra flavor, stir in ½ teaspoon paprika or garlic powder.
Set the bowls in a row for easy dipping.
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Coat the codfish in layers
Working one piece at a time, dredge each cod stick first in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten egg, letting the excess drip off. Finally, roll or press the stick firmly into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring all sides are coated. Place breaded sticks on a clean plate or tray as you go. -
Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the codfish sticks in a single layer on the tray, leaving space between each one. Lightly drizzle or spray olive oil over the top of the fish sticks to help them crisp up in the oven. -
Bake the fish sticks
Place the tray in the center of the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping the sticks halfway through using tongs or a spatula. The codfish sticks are done when the outside is golden brown and crispy, and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of your pieces. -
Add finishing touches
Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish sticks for brightness and flavor. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce—homemade tartar sauce, spicy aioli, or classic ketchup all work well.
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