Skip the deep fryer and still get that crave-worthy crunch! My air fryer fish comes together in minutes and is perfect alongside a pile of hot, salty fries. Think classic fish & chips, but lighter and weeknight-friendly.
Duration
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 pound cod fillet, cut into strips
- Cooking oil spray
- Tartar sauce, for serving
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Prep your dredging station.
- Bowl 1: Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bowl 2: Beat the egg.
- Bowl 3: Add panko breadcrumbs.
2. Coat the fish.
- Pat cod strips dry with paper towels.
- Dip each strip in the flour mix, then the egg, then the panko. Press lightly so crumbs stick.
- Spray both sides with cooking oil.
3. Air fry to perfection.
- Place fish in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway.
- Check with a fork—fish should flake easily. If not, return for 1–2 more minutes.
4. Serve & enjoy.
- Pair with fries, tartar sauce, and a squeeze of lemon.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: 200 | Carbs: 18g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 424mg | Potassium: 544mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 598IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg
