Description
This Easy and Delicious Air Fryer Cod recipe delivers perfectly cooked, flaky white fish with a crispy exterior in just 12 minutes. Seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of salt and pepper, this quick and healthy meal is ideal for a nutritious dinner or lunch, effortlessly prepared using an air fryer to lock in flavor and moisture while achieving a desirable crisp finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 2 cod fillets
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
To Serve
- 2 lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the cod fillets: Pat the cod fillets dry thoroughly using a paper towel to remove any excess moisture, which helps achieve a crispy texture when air frying.
- Season the fillets: Drizzle olive oil evenly on both sides of each cod fillet. In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the fillets to ensure balanced flavor.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (205°C) and let it preheat for 3 minutes. Preheating ensures that the cod will cook evenly and develop a crisp exterior quickly.
- Cook the cod fillets: Place the seasoned cod fillets in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overlapping. Cook them at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is fully cooked and tender inside.
- Serve and enjoy: Carefully remove the cod from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the fish. Enjoy alongside your favorite sides for a wholesome meal.
Notes
- Patting the fish dry before oiling and seasoning is essential to get a crispy outside.
- Adjust seasoning to taste or add herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
- Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets; always check for doneness by flaking the fish with a fork.
- Use fresh cod fillets for best results, but frozen can work if fully thawed and patted dry.
- Serving with lemon wedges adds bright acidity that complements the smoky paprika flavor.
