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Golden-brown, finger-length fish fillets with a coarse, crisp-looking breadcrumb crust are arranged on a plate, with a few pale flakes of fish visible at the ends.

Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Calories

Crispy, lower-fat fish snack

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

180kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

180mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

3 piece (medium) of Fish Sticks (Airfryer) (75 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 15 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 75 g

135

KCAL / 75G

Carbs

15g

· 5% DV

Protein

9g

· 18% DV

Fat

4.5g

· 6% DV

Fiber

0.9g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 26% · Fat 30%

Fish Sticks (Airfryer) nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (75 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories135 kcal
Total fat4.5 g6%
Saturated fat0.83 g4%
Trans fat0.02 g
Sodium285 mg12%
Total carbohydrate15 g5%
Fiber0.9 g3%
Protein9 g18%

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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How Many Calories in 3 Pieces of Fish Sticks (Airfryer)?

ServingAmountCalories
3 piece (medium)75 g135 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g45 kcal
100 g100 g180 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g180 kcal
5 piece (large)125 g225 kcal
2 serving (large)200 g360 kcal
10 piece (jumbo)250 g450 kcal

Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fish Sticks (Airfryer)

How do you cook fish sticks in an air fryer?

Arrange the fish sticks in a single layer and air-fry at about 400°F for 8–12 minutes, turning them halfway through. Cooking time varies with their size and your air fryer.

Can you air-fry frozen fish sticks without thawing them?

Yes, cook fish sticks straight from frozen; thawing can make the coating soggy. Place them in a single layer and make sure the centers are hot before serving.

How do you make air-fryer fish sticks crispy?

Leave space between the fish sticks so hot air can circulate, and turn them once during cooking. Crowding the basket traps moisture and makes the breading less crisp.

Do fish sticks need oil in an air fryer?

Usually not. Most packaged fish sticks already have a coating that browns in the air fryer; a very light spray of oil can deepen the color, but too much can make them greasy.

Should you flip fish sticks in the air fryer?

Yes, flipping them halfway through helps both sides brown evenly. If a stick seems stuck to the basket, let it cook a little longer rather than pulling off its coating.

How can you tell when air-fryer fish sticks are done?

They should be golden and crisp outside, with a fully hot, opaque center. Cut one open to check that it is not cold or still frozen in the middle.

Can you reheat fish sticks in an air fryer?

Yes. Reheat leftover fish sticks in a single layer until hot; the circulating air helps restore some crispness. A microwave warms them too, but usually leaves the breading soft.

What goes well with fish sticks cooked in an air fryer?

Serve them with lemon and tartar sauce, or pair them with coleslaw, peas, or roasted potatoes for a meal. A crunchy salad also balances the breaded coating.

How do you make homemade fish sticks for an air fryer?

Cut firm fish fillets into strips, coat them in flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs, then air-fry in a single layer until golden and cooked through. Season the crumbs with pepper, paprika, or herbs.

Are air-fryer fish sticks healthier than deep-fried fish sticks?

They are generally lower in added fat because they do not need to be submerged in oil. The fish sticks themselves are still breaded, so air-frying does not remove the coating or change the product’s ingredients.

Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.52µg · 22% DV

B3

0.9mg · 6% DV

Vitamin D

0.9µg · 5% DV

B5

0.22mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Selenium

9.75µg · 18% DV

Sodium

285mg · 12% DV

Phosphorus

83mg · 12% DV

Iodine

15µg · 10% DV

Potassium ⭐

135mg · 4% DV

Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8.3
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Fish Sticks (Airfryer)

To burn the 135 calories in 3 piece (medium) (75 g):

🚶

33min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

18min

Cycling

🏊

16min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Fish Sticks (Airfryer)?

Fish Sticks (Airfryer) are pieces of fish coated in breadcrumbs and cooked in an air fryer until crisp. Fish fingers became a familiar convenience food in Britain and are now sold widely, often frozen, for a quick meal at home.

The coating turns crunchy while the fish stays tender. Serve them with chips, peas or a simple salad, and add lemon or a dipping sauce; they also work in a sandwich. With 12 g of protein per 100 g, they offer some protein alongside the coating. Air-frying uses less added oil than deep-frying, and pairing a portion with vegetables makes for a lighter, more rounded meal.

How Nutritious Is Fish Sticks (Airfryer)?

Nutrient density

Medium

35/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

46/ 100

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.

Is Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Processed?

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.

Does Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish yes
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Good For?

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

Fish Sticks (Airfryer) Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.83g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.58g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.75g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1.9:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.