Description
Crispy Spicy Fish Nuggets with Zesty Dipping Sauce. These Spicy Fish Nuggets are crunchy, flavor-packed, and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g white fish fillets (Choose cod or tilapia for texture)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (Base for the crispy coating)
- 1/2 cup cornmeal (Adds extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (Subtle smokiness)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (Adjust for desired spice level)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (Adds warmth)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (Mild garlic kick)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (Enhances richness)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (Season to taste)
- 1 egg beaten (Helps coating stick)
- 1/4 cup milk (Keeps batter moist)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (Preferably panko)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (Optional for extra flavor)
- Vegetable oil (Enough to cover the bottom of the pan)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (Creamy base for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (Adds spicy kick)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (Brightens sauce)
- 1 teaspoon honey (Balances spice)
- A pinch of salt (Enhances flavors)
Instructions
- Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized nugget pieces and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and mix in the milk.
- In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese (if using).
- Dip each piece of fish first into the flour mixture, then into the egg wash, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture.
- In a frying pan, heat about 1/4 cup of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Fry the nuggets for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of salt.
- Serve the spicy nuggets hot with the zesty dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg