Fish Sticks or Fish Fingers

Fish Sticks or Fish Fingers recipe videos

Fish sticks, also known as fish fingers, are a popular convenience food consisting of small, breaded, and fried strips of fish, typically cod or haddock. They are a staple in Western households, especially in the UK and North America, often served with chips, tartar sauce, or peas.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

They are a good source of protein but can be high in fat and sodium due to the breading and frying process. A typical serving of 3-4 fish sticks provides around 200-250 calories, along with some omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins like B12.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	260 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	420 mg
Vitamin D	2 mcg
Calcium	20 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	2.5 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	200 mg

Per 1 serving (about 4-5 sticks, 113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Fish sticks became a post-WWII kitchen staple, symbolizing the rise of frozen convenience foods. Nutritionally, they offer a kid-friendly way to include fish in the diet, though the breading can mask the natural flavor and texture of the fish.