AIR FRYER COD RECIPE + Tasty Air Fryer Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Is cod fish good in the air fryer? ›

This air fryer cod is crispy, tender, flaky, and cooks in less than 10 minutes! It's perfect for a healthy, filling, and delicious dinner. Watch how I make this in my kitchen in the video below!

Don't overcrowd your air fryer basket. This allows the fish to get crispy all over. If you don't have an air fryer, you can achieve similar results in a convection oven (see directions in the recipe), but I found that the air fryer delivers a crisper finish faster.

The best oils to use in the air fryer are high smoke point oils that won't burn at high temperatures. Some examples of high smoke point oils are avocado oil, peanut oil, sunflower oil, and light olive oil.

Try a gentle cooking method: Instead of adding fat, you can also try a gentle cooking method like steaming or cooking en papillote. Both of these methods help to preserve Pacific cod's high moisture content and produce incredibly tender results.

Preheat air fryer to 370°. In a shallow bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients; add cod, turning to coat. Let stand 10-15 minutes. Place fillets in a single layer on a greased tray in air-fryer basket; discard remaining marinade.

Carefully place breaded cod into the prepared basket and spray with nonstick spray. Air-fry in the preheated air fryer for about 8 minutes. Carefully flip fillets, spray again with nonstick spray, and air-fry until cod flakes easily with a fork, about 7 more minutes.

For how to fry fish that's just as crispy as what you get at a fish and chips restaurant, dip pieces of fish in a beer batter or several coatings of egg and seasoned flour before you fry it. It will come out a crisp, golden brown.

A little water can also be helpful in avoiding burned grease at the bottom of your air fryer. Small amounts of water at the bottom of your air fryer can help catch any food drippings or food particles inside of the air fryer during the cooking process and prevent the formation of smoke.

It is not recommended to use non-stick sprays on an air fryer basket because they can potentially damage the non-stick coating on the basket and release harmful chemicals when heated. Instead, you can use a small amount of oil, such as olive or avocado oil, to lightly coat the basket before cooking.

In fact, lining your fryer basket with foil can really help when you're cooking something delicate, such as fish.

What is the best tasting fish to fry? ›

When choosing a fish to deep fry, look for an option that has a neutral flavor and isn't too oily. Typically, neutral flavored, white-fleshed, and lean fish are best for frying. Freshwater fish such as bass, trout, and catfish are excellent choices. Avoid dense and oily tuna, salmon, and sea bass.

No need to rinse frozen cod.

Some recipes may tell you to rinse your frozen cod before cooking it to get rid of ice crystals, but this step is unnecessary. If anything, it might leave your fish a bit waterlogged.

Overcooked fish loses its natural moisture, which can result in a dry and chewy texture. The proteins in the fish also begin to tighten, which can make the fish tough and rubbery. In addition, overcooked fish can have a severe lack of flavor, as the heat causes the natural oils in the fish to evaporate.

Step 3Working in batches, place fish in basket of air fryer and cook at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes, gently flipping halfway through, or until fish is golden and flakes easily with a fork.

You can cook any type of fish in your air fryer - salmon, cod, haddock, seabass, or any type of white fish, depending on what is available in your area. The natural flavour of fish is delicious but when an aromatic glaze is applied, it takes your fish to a whole new level.

Did you know you can cook cod fish directly from the freezer? It's true—you can cook a warm, satisfying cod dinner without defrosting it first. Cod is such a simple, nourishing fish, and it cooks up fast right out of the freezer. It also adapts well to pretty much any flavor profile.

Fish and other strong-smelling food can leave a lingering odour on your air fryer. Here are some simple solutions to address this: Soak the fryer basket and grease pan in warm, soapy water for at least 30 minutes before washing them. Rub the interiors with the natural deodorisers described above.