1poundwhite fish filletcod, tilapia, or similar, skin removed
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonblack pepper
1/2cupall-purpose flour
2large eggsbeaten
1tablespoonmilkoptional, to thin the egg wash
1 1/4cupspanko breadcrumbs
1/4teaspoononion powder
1/4teaspoonpaprika
Nonstick cooking spray or 2 tablespoons olive oil
Lemon wedges and dipping saucefor serving
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat the fish dry and cut it into sticks about 1 to 1½ inches thick and 3 inches long.
Season the fish with salt and pepper. Place the flour in one shallow dish, the beaten egg (with milk, if using) in a second dish, and the panko breadcrumbs mixed with onion powder and paprika in a third dish.
Dip each fish stick in the flour first, then the egg wash, and finally coat well with panko breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs gently to help them stick.
Arrange the breaded fish sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve warm with a squeeze of lemon and your favorite dipping sauce.