These kid-friendly catfish sticks are a sure hit with the little ones. Made with crispy breaded catfish fillets, they are easy to make and packed with flavor. Serve them with a side of tartar sauce and some fries for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe is a great way to introduce kids to seafood in a fun and tasty way.
Ingredients
- 1 lb catfish fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Tartar sauce, for serving
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 200°F (95°C).
- Cut the catfish fillets into sticks, about 1 inch wide and 3 inches long.
- In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the breadcrumbs. Mix well.
- Dip each catfish stick into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the seasoned breadcrumbs, making sure to coat them evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the breaded catfish sticks in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the cooked catfish sticks to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Keep the cooked catfish sticks warm in the oven while frying the remaining batches.
- Serve the catfish sticks hot with tartar sauce for dipping.
- Enjoy!
