Corn Chip Fish Fingers (Printable)

Crispy white fish strips coated in crushed corn chips, baked until golden and crunchy. A fun, kid-friendly twist on traditional fish fingers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish

01 - 1.1 lb firm white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or tilapia)
02 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Coating

03 - 5 oz plain corn chips (tortilla chips), crushed
04 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
05 - 2 large eggs, beaten

→ Optional Serving

06 - Lemon wedges
07 - Tartare sauce or favorite dip

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
02 - Cut the fish fillets into strips about ¾ inch wide. Pat dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
03 - Place the flour in a shallow bowl. Beat the eggs in a second bowl. Place the crushed corn chips in a third bowl.
04 - Working one piece at a time, dredge each fish strip in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with crushed corn chips. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Repeat with all fish pieces, spacing them apart on the baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crisp. The fish should be opaque and flake easily with a fork.
07 - Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The corn chip crust stays impossibly crisp even after baking, no frying required
  • Its ready in under 40 minutes and uses pantry staples you probably already have
  • The subtle corn flavor pairs beautifully with mild white fish in a way no breadcrumb ever could
02 -
  • Patting the fish dry is non-negotiable, or the coating will slide right off during baking
  • Crush the corn chips into various sizes, from fine crumbs to larger pieces, for maximum crunch texture
  • Space the fish strips apart on the baking sheet so air can circulate and crisp all sides
03 -
  • Use the bottom of a heavy measuring cup to crush corn chips directly into a wide bowl for less mess
  • Add a teaspoon of paprika or garlic powder to the corn chip crumbs for extra flavor depth

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