Crispy Air Fried Fish (with Gluten Free Option)
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Crispy Air Fried Fish (with Gluten Free Option)
Description
This recipe prepares cod fillets seasoned with sea salt and coated sequentially in flour, beaten eggs, and a panko mix containing fresh dill, onion powder, mustard powder, paprika, and lemon zest. The layered coating creates a flavorful crust that crisps in the air fryer. Cooking at 400°F, the fish crisps evenly, flipping halfway to promote browning. Depending on the size of the air fryer, cooking may be done in batches.
The result is a crunchy exterior with tender, flaky interior fish, while the inclusion of fresh dill and lemon zest adds brightness and herbaceous notes to the coating. The accompanying Greek yogurt dip, dressed with lemon juice and dill, provides a cooling contrast and complements the seasoning on the fish. The dish offers an option for gluten-free preparation by using suitable flour and panko substitutes.
Air frying this fish reduces oil use and cleanup while retaining the texture of traditionally fried fish. It makes for a light yet crunchy entrée or appetizer. The brief cooking times ensure the fish remains moist inside.
Ingredients
For the fish:
- 1 pound cod sliced into 4 pieces about 3/4-inch thick
- salt sea salt
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or regular all-purpose flour, gluten-free
- 2 egg
- 1/2 cup panko or regular panko, gluten-free
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dill minced, fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder dry
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon packed, zest
For the yogurt dip:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt nonfat, plain
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice or to taste, fresh
- 1 teaspoon dill minced, fresh
- salt to taste, sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, spraying the mesh basket with cooking spray.
- Pat the cod as dry as you can with a paper towel and season well with salt. Place the flour in a large, rimmed plate. Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk them well. Then, place the panko and all the rest of the fish ingredients om a large rimmed plate and stir until mixed well.
- Coat one of the cod pieces with the flour and dip them into the egg mixture. Make sure the fish is coated in the egg, but not dripping. Coat it evenly with the panko and place into the air fryer basket. Repeat with all the pieces, leaving a little bit of space between them in the basket. You may need to two batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Spray the tops with cooking spray (I used an olive oil spray) and cook until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Gently flip and cook another 8-10 minutes. Finally, if the underside of your fish has lost some crisp, you can flip it once more and cook an additional 2-3 minutes.
- While the fish cooks, stir all the dip ingredients together and season to taste with salt.
- Serve the fish with the dip immediately and DEVOUR!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 3.3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 155mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 311mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 205IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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