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Spicy Fish Nuggets

Spicy Fish Nuggets

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb white fish fillets cod, tilapia, or pollock
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko preferred
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp oil or cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Cut fish into even bite-size pieces and pat dry. Mix flour with spices in one bowl. Beat eggs in a second bowl. Place breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Coat fish in flour, dip into eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs. Arrange on a lined baking sheet with space between pieces. Lightly spray with oil. Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.

Notes

Adjust cayenne to control spice level. Serve immediately for best texture.