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air fryer battered fish

Air Fryer Battered Fish: 5 Secrets for Crispy Perfection


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy air fryer battered fish that’s quick and easy to make.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 fillets of white fish (e.g., cod, haddock)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup beer or sparkling water
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Add beer or sparkling water to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
  4. Dip each fish fillet into the batter, coating it thoroughly.
  5. Place the battered fish in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Spray the fish lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  8. Remove and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with tartar sauce or lemon wedges.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: air fryer battered fish, crispy fish, quick fish recipe