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Crispy Air Fryer Fish Sticks Recipe

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Crispy and delicious air fryer fish sticks made from regular frozen fish sticks, cooked to perfection in just 18 minutes. Perfect for a quick and easy meal, served with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 6 regular frozen fish sticks
  • 1 lemon wedge, for serving
  • Tartar sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). This ensures the fish sticks cook evenly and become crispy.
  2. Arrange Fish Sticks: Place the frozen fish sticks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to allow hot air to circulate around each stick for even cooking.
  3. Cook First Side: Cook the fish sticks for 7-8 minutes at 400°F. This initial cooking time will start crisping up the exterior while heating the insides.
  4. Flip and Cook Second Side: Flip the fish sticks over to the other side to ensure even crispiness and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until they are crispy on the outside and fully heated through in the center.
  5. Serve: Remove the fish sticks from the air fryer and serve immediately with a wedge of lemon and your favorite tartar sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
  • Cooking times might vary slightly depending on the air fryer model.
  • For extra crispiness, you can spray a light coating of cooking spray on the fish sticks before air frying.
  • Always ensure the fish sticks are cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F for safety.