Description
This recipe for Brown Fish in an Air Fryer delivers a perfectly golden, crispy exterior with tender and flaky fish inside. It’s a healthy, quick, and easy way to enjoy fish without the need for deep frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 white fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for a GF option)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil spray or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Set up a dredging station: Place flour in one shallow dish, beaten egg in a second dish, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt in a third dish.
- Dredge each fish fillet in flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the beaten egg, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, coat the fish in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Lightly spray both sides of the breaded fish with olive oil spray. This helps achieve a golden, crispy crust.
- Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Experiment with spices: Add cayenne for heat or herbs like parsley for a fresh touch.
- Great side dish options include roasted vegetables, a side salad, or air-fried potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approximately)
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g