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Breaded fish fingers cooked in an air fryer; typically lower in fat than deep-fried versions.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Air-fried breaded fish fingers (140 g) has 325 calories. That works out to 232 calories per 100 g. It contains 26 g of carbs, 19.3 g of protein, 15.7 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 1.5 µg of B12 covers 64% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 140 g
325
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
26g
· 9% DV
Protein
19.3g
· 39% DV
Fat
15.7g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 24% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 325 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.7 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 672 mg | 29% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 140 g | 325 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 84 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 232 kcal |
| 4 ounce (medium) | 113 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 418 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 224 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 580 kcal |
| 10 piece (extra large) | 280 g | 650 kcal |
Calculated from 232 calories per 100 g.
The cooking time varies with the brand, thickness and air fryer, so use the packet’s air-fryer directions as your guide. Arrange the fish fingers in a single layer and cook until the coating is crisp and the centre is piping hot.
Yes, most breaded fish fingers can go into the air fryer straight from frozen. Thawing can make the coating soggy; follow the packet directions for cooking from frozen and leave space around each piece so hot air can circulate.
No, they usually need no extra oil. The coating can crisp as it cooks, though a light spray of oil may help if you want a more golden finish. Avoid pouring oil into the basket, which can make the coating greasy.
Preheating can help the coating start crisping as soon as the fish fingers go in. Follow your appliance and packet instructions; if you skip preheating, check for doneness rather than assuming the usual cooking time will be enough.
Overcrowding is a common reason: trapped steam stops the coating crisping. Cook the fish fingers in a single layer, leave gaps between them and avoid thawing them first. If they are still soft, cook them a little longer.
Turning them once during cooking helps both sides brown evenly, especially in air fryers with uneven airflow. Use tongs and turn gently so you do not pull the coating off before it has crisped.
They are ready when the coating is crisp and the fish inside is steaming hot and opaque, not translucent. If you are unsure, split the thickest piece to check the centre and follow any doneness guidance on the packaging.
Yes, reheat them in the air fryer until hot all the way through; this usually keeps the coating crisper than a microwave. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container, and reheat only what you plan to eat.
Serve them with lemon, tartar sauce or a simple salad. For a fish-and-chips-style meal, add chips or potato wedges; for a lighter plate, pair them with peas or other vegetables.
Often, yes: air frying typically uses less added oil than deep-frying. They are still breaded fish, so air frying does not make them equivalent to an uncoated fish fillet; serving them with vegetables makes for a more balanced meal.
Vitamins
B12
1.54µg · 64% DV
B3
5.32mg · 33% DV
B6
0.31mg · 18% DV
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
31µg · 56% DV
Phosphorus
252mg · 36% DV
Iodine
45µg · 30% DV
Sodium
672mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
350mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 325 calories in 5 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Air-fried breaded fish fingers are small pieces of fish coated in crumbs and cooked in an air fryer. Fish fingers are a familiar convenience food in the UK and many other places, often made from white fish. Air-frying gives the coating a crisp exterior and keeps the fish tender, using less added oil than deep-frying.
They are commonly served with chips, peas, salad or a squeeze of lemon, and make an easy lunch or weeknight meal. They provide protein, while the breading contributes carbohydrates and the finished dish also contains some fat. For a lighter plate, pair them with vegetables or salad and avoid adding extra oil during cooking.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.