Fish Sticks Recipe
Two pieces of Icelandic cod served with french fries.
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Ingredients
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Fish Sticks
French Fries
Method
Fish Sticks Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Breading Stations
Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs mixed with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 2
Cut the Cod
Cut the Icelandic cod fillets into stick shapes, about 1 inch wide and 4 inches long.
- 3
Bread the Cod
Coat each cod stick first in flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the seasoned bread crumbs.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Fish Sticks
Fry the breaded cod sticks in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
French Fries Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 7
Soak the Potatoes
Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 8
Heat the Oil for Frying
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 9
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the soaked and drained potato strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, sprinkling with salt to taste.
