Healthy Fish Nuggets
By Nmami Agarwal 25-Jan 2020 Reading Time: 2 Mins
Healthy Fish Nuggets are a crispy, baked alternative to traditional fried nuggets. Made with tender white fish, coated in whole wheat flour and breadcrumbs, these nuggets offer a delicious crunch with fewer calories.
For a Serving Size of Two:
Ingredients:
- 200 grams white fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour (about 30 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup whole wheat or panko breadcrumbs (about 40 grams)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or olive oil spray)
- Fresh lemon wedges (for serving)
Procedure:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each fish piece in the seasoned flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the coated fish pieces on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil or use an oil spray to lightly coat each piece.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the nuggets are golden brown and the fish is cooked through.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges for added flavor.
Nutritional Benefits:
- Calories: 488 kcal
- Protein: 30.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.3 g
- Fat: 39.3 g