Jul 14 2026

Fish Nuggets Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Seasoned cornmeal dusted fish, fried to a golden crisp. With tartar and chipotle mayo dipping sauce

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Ingredients

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Fish Nuggets

Method

Preparing Fish Nuggets

  1. 1

    Cut the Fish

    Start by cutting the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, approximately 2-3 inches in size.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: one for the flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; one for the beaten eggs; and one for the cornmeal.

  3. 3

    Bread the Fish

    Dip each piece of fish first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with cornmeal, pressing slightly to adhere.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, around 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the Fish Nuggets

    Carefully place the breaded fish pieces into the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Making Tartar Sauce

  1. 6

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped pickles, lemon juice, and chopped capers. Mix well.

  2. 7

    Season

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust flavors as needed.

Making Chipotle Mayo

  1. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, minced chipotle in adobo sauce, and lime juice until well combined.

  2. 9

    Season

    Add salt to taste and mix again. Adjust spiciness by adding more chipotle if desired.

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the crispy fish nuggets hot with a side of tartar sauce and chipotle mayo for dipping.

  2. 11

    Enjoy

    Enjoy your delicious homemade fish nuggets!

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