![]() ![]() This simple recipe is ready in less than 15 minutes!įrozen seafood is such an easy and versatile thing to make for dinner. You don’t have to thaw them and they are a great thing to have on hand for a quick lunch or dinner for you or your kids. They are crispy on the outside and filled with tender and juicy fish. To keep the fish from sticking, remember to spray the basket again before each batch of fish is cooked.These air fryer frozen fish fillets are a quick and delicious main dish.The fish will be flakey when it’s cooked through. Stop cooking the tilapia once it reaches an internal temperature of 145☏ (63☌), per USDA, to avoid overcooking it.You may need to adjust the cooking time +/- 1 to 3 minutes. Exact cook time will vary and depend on the thickness of the fish fillets and your individual air fryer.It will still cook beautifully and evenly and will stay in one piece if you leave it until cooked through. Don’t flip the fish halfway through cooking! Tilapia is so delicate that it will crumble a bit if you flip it.The air needs to be able to circulate around the food to cook it evenly. Don’t overlap the fish fillets in the air fryer.Air Fryer: Air fry in a single layer at 300☏ (148☌) for 3-4 minutes, just until warmed through and beginning to crisp on the top.Microwave: Microwave the fish in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate for 30 seconds at a time until warmed through.□ The key to reheating fish is to gently warm the fish without continuing the cooking process since fish can become overcooked and dried out very quickly. Repeat steps 2-3 until all the fish fillets are cooked, and serve! Step 3: Once the fish is cooked through and flakey, use a plastic spatula to carefully remove the fish, and set it on a plate. ![]() ![]() □ Watch closely near the end of cooking time to check and see if it needs more or less time cooking. Spray the fish with a little oil for extra crispiness.Ĭlose the air fryer and cook for 7 minutes. Step 2: Spray or drizzle the air fryer basket with oil. Working in batches, place 1 to 2 tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket so they don’t overlap. Use your hands to gently rub it in, coating the pieces of fish on all sides. Meanwhile, pat the tilapia fillets with a few paper towels to dry them on all sides. Sprinkle it generously with the blackened seasoning. If your air fryer doesn’t have a preheat setting, simply turn it on and wait about 3-4 minutes while it warms up. Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 400℉ (204℃). Tilapia is super versatile and pairs great with a variety of seasonings! You can easily modify the flavor of tilapia when you use any other seasoning blend you enjoy, like herby Greek, zesty Italian, bold BBQ spices, or simple salt and pepper.You can substitute any other whitefish, like cod, halibut, or haddock.Buy frozen fillets for the best price, or if buying fresh fish, look for firm, pinkish-white flesh and a mild, fresh smell.The homemade blackened seasoning is made with: Cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.There’s no sugar or artificial ingredients added to the rest of the recipe, making it Low Carb, Whole30, Paleo, and Gluten Free friendly! Ingredients □ Good for you! Tilapia is a nutritious choice because it’s a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and minerals like calcium and selenium, and it’s low in fat. □ Easy to make! This mostly hands-off recipe is perfect if you’re new to air fryer cooking or are just looking for a quick and easy dinner! Simply season the fillets and lay them in the air fryer to cook, and dinner is ready in under 10 minutes total. □ So delicious! Air frying tilapia cooks it to tender, flakey perfection! Tilapia is a naturally mild in flavor fish, so pairing it with bold homemade blackened seasonings and lemon juice really brings it to life! The air fryer makes cooking easy and fast, whipping up recipes like perfectly cooked pork chops, kielbasa, and even hard boiled eggs!Īnd once your try this recipe, air frying will be your new favorite method of cooking tilapia, too! ![]()
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