Fish Fingers (For age 18 months+)

Most experts agree that during early childhood, the benefits of eating fish usually outweigh the risks. Fish is a major source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for a child's brain and eye development. Fish is also a good source of protein, essential vitamins and minerals. But some kind of fish contains mercury, which should be avoided for kids. In high doses, mercury is harmful to child's brain development and nervous system. So for kids, parents should choose fish that are lower in mercury.

It is good to serve your toddler with a variety of fish two to three times a week. You can offer them any fish you cook at home. But if you have a little picky eater at home, you need to find some special recipes to satisfy your little one. This Fish Fingers (Fish sticks) are so delicious and cannot be avoided by any one. Yes, these fish fingers are perfect for the entire family. 

FISH FINGERS or FISH STICKS

Ingredients (2 servings)

Fish, Tilapia- 1 Medium size fillet

Bread crumbs- ¼ cup

Egg-2

Black pepper, a pinch
Parsley flakes/ curry leaves/ coriander leaves

Salt, to taste

Oil, for frying

Process

Step 1: Cut off the edges of fish fillet and cut it into finger size pieces.

Step 2: In a medium size bowl mix together, egg white, parsley flakes, salt and pepper.

Step 3: Dip all fish pieces into egg batter.

Step 4: Roll each fish pieces in bread crumbs until they coated well.

Step 5: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry all the fish pieces until they turn brown (flip them as needed).

Step 6: Pat them in a paper towel and FISH FINGERS/ FISH STICKS are ready to serve.

Serve warm. Serve them with mayonnaise/ tomato ketchup.

Ingredients: Fish, Egg, Bread crumbs, parsley flakes, black pepper, oil and salt

Mix together egg white, parsley flakes, black pepper and salt

Cut fish into finger size pieces

Soak fish pieces into egg mixture

Roll the fish pieces into bread crumbs

Bread crumbs rolled fish fingers

Fry them in oil until they turn brown

Serve FISH FINGERS with mayonnaise/ tomato ketchup

HAPPY COOKING!