Air Fryer Fish Recipe
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5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
249 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Fish Recipe
Description
White fish fillets, such as cod or sole, are first coated in a mayonnaise and lemon juice mixture to bind the seasonings and coating. They are then dredged in a mix of cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Air frying at 400°F crisps the coating while preserving the flaky texture of the fish underneath. Flipping halfway through cooking ensures even browning.
This method avoids deep frying while producing a crunchy, seasoned crust. Serve the fish with tartar, remoulade, or a secret sauce of choice. The recipe accommodates variable fillet thickness by adjusting cook time and advises on when the fish is done by flaking easily with a fork.
Coating the fish with mayonnaise helps flavor and adhesion. Storage instructions include refrigerating leftovers up to 4 days and freezing up to 4 months, with reheating in an air fryer to preserve texture. Substitutions for seasonings like blackened spice are suggested for variation.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. White fish fillets about ¼- to ½-inch thick
- ½ cup cornmeal medium grind
- ½ cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free 1-to-1
- 2 tsp. Cajun seasoning or Old Bay
- 1 tsp. paprika
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
Instructions
- Dredge the Fish: Add mayonnaise and lemon juice to a large bowl and whisk until combined. Place fish filets into the mayonnaise mixture and toss until completely covered.
- Coat the Fish: Mix together cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium-sized shallow bowl. Dip each filet into the cornmeal mixture and coat all sides.
- Cook in Air Fryer: Place the coated fish filets into a 6-quart Air Fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400 °F for 8-10 minutes.* Flip filets over after 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining filets. You’ll know the fish is done cooking when it flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve Air Fryer Fish with Tartar Sauce, Remoulade, or Secret Sauce.
Notes
- Substitute firm white fish like cod or halibut for best results.
- Adjust cooking time according to fillet thickness: thinner fillets cook faster.
- Prepare the coating and mayonnaise binder ahead of time or store separately until use.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3-4 days; freeze cooked fish for 3-4 months in a single layer before bagging.
- Reheat frozen fish in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to restore crispness.
- Mayonnaise acts as a binder and adds flavor, aiding the coating to adhere better.
- Use Cajun seasoning or substitute with blackened seasoning for a spicier crust.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 441mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 574mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1266IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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