Cooking fish in an air fryer is a fantastic way to achieve crispy, succulent results with minimal effort and minimal oil. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting in the kitchen, this versatile appliance makes it easy to prepare delicious and healthy fish dishes that the whole family will love. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you can find the perfect combination of flavors and textures to suit your taste buds. Discover how to cook fish in an air fryer and unlock a world of culinary possibilities.
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AIR-FRYER FISH AND CHIPS
Looking for an easy air-fryer recipe? Try my simple fish and chips. The fish fillets have a fuss-free coating that's healthier than the deep-fried kind, but just as crunchy and golden. Simply seasoned, the crispy fries are perfect on the side. -Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 400°. Peel and cut potato lengthwise into 1/2-in.-thick slices; cut slices into 1/2-in.-thick sticks., In a large bowl, toss potato with oil, pepper and salt. Place potato pieces in a single layer in air-fryer basket; cook until just tender, 5-10 minutes Toss potatoes in basket to redistribute; continue to cook until lightly browned and crisp, 5-10 minutes longer. , Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, mix flour and pepper. In another shallow bowl, whisk egg with water. In a third bowl, toss cornflakes with cheese and cayenne. Sprinkle fish with salt; dip into flour mixture to coat both sides and shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in cornflake mixture, patting to help coating adhere. , Remove fries from basket; keep warm. Place fish in a single layer in air-fryer basket. Cook until fish is lightly browned and just beginning to flake easily with a fork, turning halfway through cooking, 8-10 minutes. Do not overcook. Return fries to basket to heat through. Serve immediately. If desired, serve with tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
AIR-FRYER FISH AND FRIES
Looking for easy air fryer recipes? Try these simple fish and chips. The fish fillets have a fuss-free coating that's healthier but just as crunchy and golden as the deep-fried kind. Simply seasoned, the crispy fries are perfect on the side. -Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 400°. Peel and cut potatoes lengthwise into 1/2-in.-thick slices; cut slices into 1/2-in.-thick sticks., In a large bowl, toss potatoes with oil, pepper and salt. In batches, place potatoes in a single layer on tray in air-fryer basket; cook until just tender, 5-10 minutes Toss potatoes to redistribute; cook until lightly browned and crisp, 5-10 minutes longer. , Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, mix flour and pepper. In another shallow bowl, whisk egg with water. In a third bowl, toss cornflakes with cheese and cayenne. Sprinkle fish with salt; dip into flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in cornflake mixture, patting to help coating adhere. , Remove fries from basket; keep warm. Place fish in a single layer on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until fish is lightly browned and just beginning to flake easily with a fork, 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through cooking. Do not overcook. Return fries to basket to heat through. Serve immediately. If desired, serve with tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
AIR FRYER CRISPY FISH TACOS WITH SLAW
Unlike most fish taco recipes, the slaw in this recipe is air-fried instead of raw creating a caramelized version which leaves the fish to be the crispy star of the show.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Main Dish Recipes Taco Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray.
- Combine cabbage slaw, jalapeno pepper, lime juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Mix until evenly combined and set aside.
- Mix together flour, cornmeal, and taco seasoning in a separate bowl. Add fish pieces and toss until evenly coated, discarding any remaining seasoning mix. Place in the prepared air fryer basket and mist lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook fish in the preheated air fryer for 5 minutes. Shake the basket, and cook until fish is crispy and flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes more. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Place cabbage slaw mixture into the air fryer basket.
- Cook until cabbage is caramelized, about 8 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time.
- Spoon cabbage onto tortillas and top with fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 47.2 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 739.9 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
AIR FRYER FISH STICKS
Homemade fish sticks that are perfectly crisp on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside. This was my first attempt at making them in an air fryer, and the results were quite impressive. Dip in tarter or cocktail sauce.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Seafood Fish Tilapia
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Pat fish dry with paper towels and cut into 1x3-inch sticks.
- Place flour in a shallow dish. Beat egg in a separate shallow dish. Combine panko, Parmesan cheese, parsley, paprika, and pepper in a third shallow dish.
- Coat each fish stick in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat in seasoned panko mixture.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange 1/2 the sticks in the basket, making sure none are touching. Spray the top of each stick with cooking spray.
- Cook in the preheated air fryer for 5 minutes. Flip fish sticks and cook an additional 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining fish sticks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 92.5 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 245 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
GLUTEN-FREE CRISPY CAJUN FISH FILLETS IN THE AIR FRYER
Cajun fish fillets made in the air fryer pack just enough heat and are perfectly crispy using gluten-free panko bread crumbs. I serve these as sandwiches on a gluten-free bun with lettuce, tomatoes, tartar sauce, and Cheddar cheese slices. Alternatively, you can skip the bun and serve in lettuce wraps or with a salad.
Provided by SZYQ1
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Cookware and Equipment Recipes Air Fryer Air Fryer Main Dish Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise and Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Place bread crumbs on a plate.
- Spread Cajun mayonnaise on both sides of fish fillets with a small spatula or butter knife. Coat each fillet, one at a time, with bread crumbs. Lightly spray both sides of breaded fillets with cooking spray and transfer 2 fillets to each air fryer tray; do not overcrowd.
- Turn an air fryer to the Roast setting (375 degrees F (190 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions and set timer to 14 minutes. Rotate trays at 7 minutes. Fish should flake easily with a fork.
- Carefully remove fillets from the trays and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 665 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right fish: Not all fish are suitable for air frying. Some fish, such as salmon and trout, are more delicate and may fall apart in the air fryer. Choose fish that are firm and have a mild flavor, such as tilapia, cod, or halibut.
- Season the fish well: Air frying can dry out fish, so it's important to season it well before cooking. Use a variety of herbs, spices, and citrus zest to flavor the fish.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket: If you overcrowd the air fryer basket, the fish will not cook evenly. Cook the fish in batches if necessary.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer for 5-10 minutes before cooking the fish. This will help the fish cook evenly.
- Cook the fish to the proper temperature: Use a food thermometer to ensure that the fish is cooked to the proper temperature. The internal temperature of the fish should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit for flaky fish and 155 degrees Fahrenheit for firm fish.
Conclusion:
Air frying is a quick and easy way to cook fish. It's also a healthier way to cook fish, as it uses less oil than traditional frying methods. With the right tips and techniques, you can cook delicious, flaky fish in your air fryer every time.
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