Best 4 Air Fryer Fresh Fish Fillets Recipes

Cooking fresh fish fillets in an air fryer is a healthier and more convenient alternative to traditional frying methods. With its ability to circulate hot air rapidly, an air fryer can achieve a crispy golden-brown crust while keeping the inside of the fish moist and flaky. Whether you prefer a simple seasoning or a more flavorful marinade, there are endless possibilities for creating delicious and satisfying air fryer fish fillets. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for cooking air fryer fresh fish fillets, providing step-by-step instructions and tips to help you achieve perfectly cooked fish every time.

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AIR FRYER FISH

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Easy air fryer fish that is crispy and golden from the outside, soft and moist from the inside. Cooked in just 15 minutes!

Provided by Diana

Categories Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

8 (28oz, 800g) fish fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable oil)
1 cup (50g) dry bread crumbs (If following a gluten-free diet, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.)
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder or granules
¼ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
tartar sauce
lemon wedges

Steps:

If using frozen fish fillets, defrost them. Drizzle with olive oil, and make sure that the fish is well coated with oil.
In a shallow dish, mix the bread crumbs with paprika, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and salt.
Coat each fish fillet in bread crumbs, and transfer to your air fryer basket.
Cook in the air fryer at 390°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes. After the first 8-10 minutes, open the air fryer and flip the fish fillets on the other side then continue cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 269 mg, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR FRYER FISH FILLETS (HOMEMADE & CRISPY)

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Fillets of fish like tilapia, cod, halibut, and even salmon are great options. All the fillets will vary in thickness, so you'll have to adjust timing. Plus all air fryers cook a little different, some hotter or closer to the heating element than others. Once you cook your first batch, you'll know more of what works for your model of air fryer and size of food. If you use frozen fillets, just make sure to thaw the fillets first.Make sure to completely coat the breading on the fillets with oil spray or else it may cook up dry and crunchy instead of crispy. Wondering what oils and sprayers are best for an air fryer? This write up on our sister site, AirFryerWorld.com is a great write up.

Provided by Diane

Categories Main Course Snack

Time 24m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb. fish fillets (, fresh or if frozen, thawed)
oil spray
1 teaspoon kosher salt (, to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (, to taste)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup breadcrumbs ((or panko, crushed pork rinds, almond flour - you may need more for larger flaked breading))
1 egg (, or more if needed)

Steps:

Preheat the Air Fryer at 380°F/193°C for 4 minutes.
If fillets are large, cut in half or to desired size. Make sure they are even sized so they'll cook evenly. The thicker they are, the longer they will take to cook.Pat the fillets dry then lightly spray with oil spray. Season with the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Put the breading in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, beat the egg. Dip a fillet in the egg, allowing excess egg to drip off. Place the coated fillet in the breadcrumbs (or breading of choice) and then sprinkle more breadcrumbs on top of the fillet. Gently press the breadcrumbs into the fillets to help them stick onto the fish. Repeat this process for all fish pieces.
Place a perforated parchment paper or perforated silicone mat (optional but highly recommended) in the air fryer basket or tray and lightly coat with oil spray. Lay coated fish in a single layer on the parchment (cook in batches if needed). Generously spray all sides of the breaded filets with oil spray to coat any dry spots.
Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for 8-14 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of your fillets. After 6 minutes, flip the fillets. Lightly spray any dry spots than then continue cooking for the remaining time or until they are crispy brown and the fish is cooked through. Serve with your favorite dip: tartar sauce, mustard, aioli, etc.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Sodium 1139 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR-FRIED CRUMBED FISH

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Crumbed fish is one of my favorite fried items, and this air-fried version of the recipe gives me great flavor without the fat.

Provided by Launa

Categories Seafood Fish

Time 22m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup vegetable oil
4 flounder fillets
1 egg, beaten
1 lemon, sliced

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
Mix bread crumbs and oil together in a bowl. Stir until mixture becomes loose and crumbly.
Dip fish fillets into the egg; shake off any excess. Dip fillets into the bread crumb mixture; coat evenly and fully.
Lay coated fillets gently in the preheated air fryer. Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 12 minutes. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 106.7 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 308.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

AIR-FRYER TILAPIA

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Making air-fryer tilapia means dinner will be on the table in less than half an hour. It's quick and easy, and it doesn't dry out the delicate fillets. -Dana Alexander, Lebanon, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash garlic powder

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 400°. Brush fillets with butter. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; sprinkle over fillets., Place fillets in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 6-8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 594mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

Choose the right fish fillets. Not all fish fillets are created equal. For air frying, you'll want to choose fillets that are firm and have a mild flavor. Some good options include cod, tilapia, halibut, and salmon.

Season the fish fillets. Before you air fry the fish fillets, be sure to season them with your favorite spices and herbs. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.

Preheat your air fryer. Just like you would preheat your oven before baking, you should also preheat your air fryer before cooking the fish fillets. This will help to ensure that the fish cooks evenly.

Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. When you're air frying fish fillets, it's important to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. This will prevent the fish from cooking evenly.

Cook the fish fillets until they are cooked through. The cooking time for air fried fish fillets will vary depending on the thickness of the fillets and the temperature of your air fryer. However, a good rule of thumb is to cook the fish fillets for 8-10 minutes, or until they are cooked through and flaky.

Conclusion:

Air frying fish fillets is a quick, easy, and healthy way to cook delicious fish. By following these tips, you can ensure that your air fried fish fillets turn out perfect every time.