A delightful snack that captures the essence of fresh seafood with a burst of zesty flavor. Perfectly baked to a crispy finish, these bites are not just tasty; they are also a healthier alternative to traditional fried fish snacks.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or tilapia)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
2 large eggs (beaten)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Garlic Aioli:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Coat each fish piece in flour, then beaten eggs, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
Mix melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl and brush over the coated fish bites.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Make the garlic aioli by whisking together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and seasoning to taste.
Serve the baked fish bites hot with the garlic aioli on the side.
