This Air Fryer Fish Recipe (Crispy Air Fryer Tilapia) is my favorite for a quick Friday night meal for the entire family, whether it’s 2 people of 10. Although I’m making this using Tilapia, but you can use any kind of fish for this recipe like Cod Fish, Catfish, Trout, Salmon or Indian varieties like Rohu, Katla, Surmai, etc.
So Why Air Fryer Fish Recipe (Air Fryer Tilapia)?
Now, who doesn’t Loooove a ‘Golden, Crispy Fried Fish‘ but just one problem, it’s fried and with summer at its peak, I donot want to grill or turn on the oven. So this recipe is a perfect answer to our cravings for that crispy fried fish without frying!! Also, who doesn’t like meals that are
Ready within 30 minutes. Packed with flavors Without much efforts involved Mess-Free & Least Utensils/Dishes involved.
Bingo, Right !!!! So let’s get started with a fish recipe and you can find all these ingredients in any grocery stores:
Ingredients for the Air Fryer Fish Recipe :
Tilapia Fish Fillet, you can use any light fillet Bread Crumbs Egg Lemon Pepper Seasoning Paprika Powder Garlic Powder Salt
The Process to Make the Air Fryer Fish Recipe:
You can find the process step by step pictures below and also you can refer to my video in the post with voice instructions. So let’s get started:
I always serve this Air Fryer Fish as soon as they are ready.
You can pair them with any kind of light salad and I prefer to use an avocado salad for a creamy texture.
Extra Tips for a Perfect Recipe:
Can I use Frozen fish in Air Fryer? – yes you can totally use frozen fish and it will crisp up easily. What Other Fish Can I use for this Recipe? – you can use any fish or fish fillet like cod, salmon, mackerel, sole, just about any fish you like. How long do you cook frozen breaded fish fillets? – you can cook them at 375F for 10 minutes. then turn the fish and cook another 5-6 minutes for that perfect crispy look. Tilapia Fish Fillet: you can use any other fish fillet like cod, catfish, trout, etc. Bread Crumbs: you can use glutenfree bread crumbs if need be or use almond meal instead of bread crumbs. Seasoning: you can add or reduce the seasoning/measurements as per your taste.
Storage Suggestions:
I recommend making this as fresh as possible, however, you CAN Store the breading mixture separately. Once you have the fish, simply start the process with the previously stored breading.
Serving Suggestions:
I love serving this fish with a fresh and light salad, however, you can serve the following: Roasted Potatoes Creamy Salads Creamy Dips French Fries (a classic) Sweet Potatoes Fries (they taste Heavenly)!!! Sauteed or Roasted Seasonal Veggies Fresh Lemon/Lime Yogurt Dips (they go extremely well) ————————– Tried Our Recipe – AWESOME!!! Now Quickly SNAP A PICTURE & TAG : #easycookingwithmolly + @easycookingwithmolly on Instagram –> Connect with Me Here: Pinterest
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg with 1 tsp warm water. Keep aside. In another large bowl, add bread crumbs, seasoning ingredients and whisk to mix everything. Keep aside. Take the aluminum foil and place it into the air-fryer basket as a liner.
Make the Air Fryer Fish Recipe
Tilapia Fish Fillet: you can use any other fish fillet like cod, catfish, trout, etc. Bread Crumbs: you can use glutenfree bread crumbs if need be or use almond meal instead of bread crumbs. Seasoning: you can add or reduce the seasoning/measurements as per your taste.
