Source: MRS 2026
MRS: 1540.1 — Fish & Seafood (1500s)

Fish Sticks

Meal Component Contribution:
2 oz. eq. meat/meat alternate, 2 oz. eq. whole grain
Number of Portions: 100  Size of Portion: 4 sticks
Recipe HACCP Process: #2 - Same day service
Meat/Meat Alternate Whole Grains
  •  Meat/Meat Alternate
  •  Whole Grains

INGREDIENT
MEASURE (FOR 100 SERVINGS)
Pan Release Spray, Vegetable Oil, #2514
10  second spray
Breaded Fish Sticks, Pollock, WGR
400  pieces
DIRECTIONS

1.

Spray sheet pans (18" X 26" X 1") with pan release spray. 

2.

 Count out the number of frozen fish sticks needed to provide 2 oz. eq. meat/meat alternate (4 fish sticks per portion).

Place the frozen fish sticks on prepared sheet pans.

3.

Bake the fish sticks according to package directions. (Prepare in batches to maintain quality.)

CCP: Heat to 135 degrees F or higher for 15 seconds at the completion of the cooking process. If manufacturer instructions on package or case have a higher temperature, follow those recommendations.

4.

Remove the fish sticks from the oven and place in steamtable pans. Serve immediately, or cover and place in warmer until ready for service. If aluminum foil is used as a cover, cut holes in aluminum foil until ready for service.

5.

Portion four sticks per serving. Each portion provides 2 oz. eq. meat/meat alternate and 2 oz. eq. whole grain.

Hold and maintain product at a minimum temperature of 135 degrees F. Check temperature every 30 minutes. Discard any leftovers.

Production Notes

Prepare the Fish Sticks for just-in-time for  service. Batch cook: Prepare only what can be served in a 30-minute period to maintain maximum quality.

Purchasing Guide

Refer to the USDA FNS Food Buying Guide for School Meal Programs and/or the item's product formulation statement for quantities to purchase if the recipe is altered.
If changes are made in ingredients, check the crediting information and re-calculate the nutrition analysis.

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories
165
Carbohydrates
20.80 g
Dietary Fiber
0.00 g
Protein
11.37 g
Sodium
379.00 mg
Total Fat
9.50 g
Sat. Fat
1.90 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g