Air Fryer Tilapia
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Total Time
11 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
201 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Tilapia
Description
This Air Fryer Tilapia recipe showcases tilapia filets seasoned with a blend of paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to yield a subtly spiced, lightly crispy exterior. Coating the fish in olive oil helps the seasonings stick and promotes a golden finish in the air fryer. The filets are cooked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 to 6 minutes and checked to ensure they reach a safe internal temperature of 130 to 135 degrees for ideal flakiness and moistness without drying out.
The quick air frying technique bypasses the need for frying in oil while still developing a lightly browned crust, making this a convenient and lower-oil option for cooking tilapia. A fresh squeeze of lemon juice after cooking enhances the flavor with bright acidity, cutting through the mild fish and seasonings.
To maintain quality, leftover fish should be refrigerated promptly in a sealed container and eaten within three to four days. Thaw frozen tilapia completely before air frying to ensure even cooking. This dish pairs well with simple side vegetables or grains for a quick main course.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia filets
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 lemon juiced
Instructions
- Pat all the tilapia filets with a paper towel until they are dry.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F. If your air fryer does not have a preheat option, then run the air fryer at 350 degrees for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, stir together the paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Brush both sides of the tilapia filets with the olive oil with a basting brush. Then sprinkle both sides of the filets with the seasoning mixture and use the basting brush to push the seasoning into the filets so that it stays on while it coats.
- Place the tilapia in a single layer in the air fryer (do not overlap). Cook for 5-6 minutes at 350 degrees F until the filets are cooked through and golden brown.
- Make sure the tilapia reaches a safe internal temperature for 130-135 degrees F. Use an instant read meat thermometer to confirm this. If the tilapia hasn't reached this temperature yet, cook in 2 minutes intervals until it's reached.
- Squeeze the fresh lemon juice on the tilapia when serving and then it's ready to enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure that the tilapia is completely defrosted before cooking in the air fryer if you use frozen tilapia filets.
- Leftover tilapia should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 380mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 550mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 255IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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