Crispy Fish Sticks With Pineapple Ketchup Recipe

Name: Crispy Fish Sticks With Pineapple Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 2 cups cornflakes; 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 large egg; 1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into 4 x 1-inch pieces (about 12 pieces); 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 cup cubed fresh pineapple; 1/3 cup reduced-sugar ketchup (such as Heinz); 1 teaspoon lower-sodium soy sauce

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
2 cups cornflakes
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 large egg
1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into 4 x 1-inch pieces (about 12 pieces)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1/3 cup reduced-sugar ketchup (such as Heinz)
1 teaspoon lower-sodium soy sauce

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0.
2
Place a wire rack on a large baking sheet. Coat rack with cooking spray. Place cereal in a large zip-top bag; roll with a rolling pin until crushed. Place crushed cereal, rind, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a shallow dish. Combine juice and egg in a shallow dish, stirring with a whisk.
3
Sprinkle fish evenly with 1/4 teaspoon pepper and salt. Dip fish in egg mixture; dredge in cereal mixture. Arrange fish on prepared rack; bake at 425u00b0 for 12 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
4
Combine remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, pineapple, ketchup, and soy sauce in the bowl of a mini food processor; process until smooth. Serve ketchup mixture with fish sticks.

177

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 2 cups cornflakes, 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Crispy Fish Sticks With Pineapple Ketchup falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crispy Fish Sticks With Pineapple Ketchup

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