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Crispy Air Fryer Fish

Crispy Air Fryer Fish: A Healthy Delight for Dinner Tonight

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A delicious gluten-free recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Fish that's quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 cup Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten, for binding
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Provides crunch
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Can substitute with Cajun seasoning
For the Fish
  • 1.5 lbs Cod Can substitute with tilapia or haddock
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Canola Oil For brushing and drizzling

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cooking Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Set up your breading station with three shallow bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with Old Bay seasoning.
  3. Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and cut into manageable pieces if needed.
  4. Dredge a cod fillet in flour, coating both sides evenly and shaking off excess.
  5. Dip the floured fish in the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl.
  6. Firmly press the egg-coated fish into the panko mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  7. Brush the air fryer basket with canola oil and arrange fish fillets in a single layer.
  8. Cook in the air fryer for 8 minutes, flip, then cook for an additional 4 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Remove from air fryer and serve with tartar sauce, chips, and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure to avoid overcrowding the air fryer for maximum crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, and reheat in the air fryer.

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