Crispy Air Fryer Cod: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets (fresh or thawed)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for spraying)
- Fresh lemon wedges (for serving)
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating this Crispy Air Fryer Cod is straightforward when you follow these instructions:
- Prepare the Breading Station: Set up three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place flour. In the second, whisk the eggs. In the third, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Coat the Cod: Dip each cod fillet in flour, making sure it is fully covered. Shake off excess flour.
- Egg Dip: Next, dip the floured cod in the beaten eggs, ensuring it is completely coated.
- Breadcrumb Coating: Finally, press the cod into the panko breadcrumb mixture, making sure each fillet is well covered and packed for crispiness.
- Air Fry the Cod: Arrange the coated cod fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil to promote browning. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until the cod is crispy and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Carefully remove the fillets from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges and garnish with parsley.
These simple steps help you create deliciously crispy cod fillets that will delight your taste buds.