Air Fryer Fish Sticks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound fresh cod fillets, cut into 3-inch sticks.
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1/2 cup cornstarch.
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning.
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1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper.
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2 large eggs.
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs.
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1 teaspoon paprika.
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Olive oil cooking spray.
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1/2 cup mayonnaise.
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1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice.
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1/4 cup finely minced pickles.
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2 tablespoons capers.
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1/8 teaspoon kosher salt.
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Fresh parsley or dill for garnish.
# Instructions:
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Mix cornstarch, salt, and pepper in one dish. Beat eggs in second dish. Combine panko and paprika in third dish.
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Dredge fish pieces in cornstarch mixture, then egg, finally coat well with panko mixture.
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Place fish in single layer in sprayed basket. Cook at 375°F for 6 minutes, flip, cook 4-6 minutes more until golden.
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Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, pickles, capers, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
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Garnish with herbs if desired and serve hot with tartar sauce.
# Notes:
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Can keep warm in 250°F oven while cooking batches.
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Leftovers store 3 days, reheat at 350°F for 3 minutes.