Jul 14 2026
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Kid's Captains Catch Recipe

Inspired by Joe's Crab Shack
Time1h
Serves4

Cheesy mozzarella sticks, rockin' popcorn shrimp, and a crispy fish finger.

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Ingredients

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Cheesy Mozzarella Sticks

Method

Cheesy Mozzarella Sticks

  1. 1

    Prep the Ingredients

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Bread the Sticks

    Dip each mozzarella stick in flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure they are fully covered.

  3. 3

    Freeze the Sticks

    Place the breaded mozzarella sticks on a tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape while frying.

  4. 4

    Fry the Sticks

    Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the frozen mozzarella sticks in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Rockin' Popcorn Shrimp

  1. 5

    Prep the Shrimp

    In a bowl, toss the shrimp with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Set aside.

  2. 6

    Create the Breading Station

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.

  3. 7

    Bread the Shrimp

    Dip each shrimp in flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.

  4. 8

    Fry the Shrimp

    Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the breaded shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

Crispy Fish Fingers

  1. 9

    Prep the Fish

    Cut the fish fillets into finger-sized strips. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.

  2. 10

    Create the Breading Station

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.

  3. 11

    Bread the Fish Fingers

    Dip each fish strip in flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

  4. 12

    Fry the Fish Fingers

    Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the breaded fish fingers in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

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