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Crispy Air Fryer Fish

Crispy Air Fryer Fish: A Quick and Tasty Family Favorite

This Crispy Air Fryer Fish recipe is a flavorful, healthier alternative to deep-fried fish, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 cup Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a GF option.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as the adhesive for the breadcrumbs.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs recommended for crunch.
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Substitute with Cajun seasoning if desired.
For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Cod Can substitute with tilapia, sea bass, or pacific whiting.
For Extra Crispness
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil Used to spray the fish and air fryer basket.

Equipment

  • air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Air Fryer Fish
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls with flour, whisked eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with Old Bay seasoning.
  3. Pat the cod fillets dry using paper towels.
  4. Dredge each fillet in flour, then in the eggs, and finally in the breadcrumbs.
  5. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with canola oil and place the coated fillets in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 8 minutes, then carefully flip each fillet and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
  7. Remove the fish and serve hot with homemade tartar sauce and fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure cod fillets are patted dry and spaced out in the air fryer for even cooking. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer.

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