Description
Crispy southern spicy fish nuggets deliver a zesty punch of flavor from Gulf Coast cooking traditions. Seafood enthusiasts will savor these golden-brown morsels with bold seasonings and perfect crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fish fillet
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml or 2 fl oz) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml or 0.17 fl oz) vinegar
- 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 ml or 0.17–0.34 fl oz) peri peri seasoning
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml or 0.17 fl oz) ginger garlic paste
- 0.5 teaspoon (2.5 ml or 0.08 fl oz) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (2.5 ml or 0.08 fl oz) crushed black pepper
Instructions
- Marination Fusion: Thoroughly coat fish cubes with a vibrant blend of vinegar, peri peri seasoning, ginger garlic paste, salt, and black pepper, allowing flavors to deeply penetrate the protein.
- Breading Preparation: Create a crispy coating station by whisking egg and milk in one bowl, and mixing panko breadcrumbs, flour, and dried parsley in another. Lightly dust marinated fish with flour to help breading adhere.
- Coating Technique: Dip each fish piece into egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then meticulously roll in breadcrumb blend to ensure complete, even coverage for maximum crunch.
- Cooking Method: Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to medium temperature. Gently lower breaded fish nuggets into hot oil, frying until they transform into a golden, crispy masterpiece with a perfectly cooked interior.
- Finishing Touch: Drain nuggets on paper towels to remove excess oil. Alternatively, air fry at 180°C for 10-15 minutes or bake at 200°C for 15-18 minutes until achieving a beautiful golden crust.
- Serving Presentation: Plate spicy fish nuggets with tangy tartar sauce, garnishing with an extra sprinkle of peri peri seasoning to elevate the flavor profile and add a final zesty kick.
Notes
- Marinate Mindfully: Allow fish cubes to soak in spices for at least 30 minutes to intensify flavor absorption and tenderize the protein.
- Breading Brilliance: Pat fish dry before coating to ensure crispy, non-soggy breading that adheres perfectly to the surface.
- Temperature Precision: Maintain oil at 350-375°F (175-190°C) for optimal golden-brown exterior without burning or undercooking.
- Drain Strategically: Rest fried nuggets on wire rack instead of paper towels to prevent soggy bottoms and preserve ultimate crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg