Welcome to this ultimate guide to making fish fingers with peri peri fries and beans! This meal is perfect for a family dinner or a special treat, combining crispy fish fingers with spicy fries and savory beans. Let’s get started!
Why This Meal?
This combination of fish fingers, peri peri fries, and beans is a balanced and satisfying meal. The fish fingers provide a crispy, tender protein, the peri peri fries add a spicy kick, and the beans offer a hearty side that complements the dish perfectly.
Ingredients
Fish Fingers:
- 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock), cut into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (panko works well for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Peri Peri Fries:
- 4 large potatoes, cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon peri peri seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
Beans:
- 1 can of beans (such as baked beans or kidney beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon tomato paste and 1/2 cup water for a richer sauce
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Shallow bowls for breading
- Baking sheet
- Large skillet or deep fryer
- Saucepan
- Spatula