Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Fish Sticks
Discover the ultimate guilt-free indulgence with our Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Fish Sticks—a gluten-conscious twist on a classic favorite! Made with tender strips of firm white fish fillets, these golden morsels feature a zesty marinade of lemon juice, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to infuse vibrant flavor into every bite. The fish is coated in layers of cornstarch, unsweetened almond milk, and a crunchy rice flour-panko bread crumb blend before being fried to perfection in hot oil for irresistibly crispy results. Quick to prepare and boasting a rich texture without any dairy, this recipe is ideal for family dinner nights or entertaining guests. Serve them fresh with tangy dipping sauces or a sprinkle of lemon juice for a pescatarian-friendly delight that’s sure to become a favorite! Perfect for anyone seeking dairy-free comfort food packed with flavor and crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound firm white fish fillets
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup rice flour
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 2 cups cooking oil
Instructions
Cut the fish fillets into 1-inch wide strips. Pat them dry with paper towels.
In a shallow dish, combine lemon juice, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Add the fish strips and marinate for 10 minutes.
In three separate shallow dishes, place cornstarch in the first dish, almond milk in the second, and a mixture of rice flour and panko bread crumbs in the third.
Heat cooking oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
Dredge each fish strip in cornstarch, then dip in almond milk, and finally coat with the rice flour and panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Carefully place a few fish sticks at a time into the hot oil, frying them for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Remove fish sticks with a slotted spoon and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Repeat with remaining fish sticks, ensuring the oil returns to temperature between batches.
Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce or garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 502.4 g | 644% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.0 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 4425 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.4 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 146.4 g | 293% | |
| Vitamin D | 24.9 mcg | 124% | |
| Calcium | 992 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1894 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
