Crispy Air Fryer Cod – The Easiest, Flakiest Fish Ever! 🐟✨


 

After many trials, I’ve perfected this ultra-crispy, tender, and flavorful air-fried cod—no soggy fish here! With a golden, crunchy coating and moist, flaky interior, this recipe is foolproof, healthy, and ready in under 15 minutes.

Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, fish tacos, or meal prep—this method works with fresh or frozen cod (yes, even from ALDI!).

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Crispy outside, tender inside – No deep-frying needed!
✅ 5-minute prep – Just coat & air fry
✅ Healthy & high-protein – Low-carb, gluten-free adaptable
✅ Versatile – Use any white fish (haddock, tilapia, etc.)

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Serves 2-3)

For the Cod:

  • 1 lb (450g) cod fillets, fresh or thawed (ALDI’s frozen cod works great!)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Crispy Coating (Optional):

  • ¼ cup (30g) almond flour (or breadcrumbs/panko for non-GF)

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp dried parsley

  • ¼ tsp onion powder

(Optional dip: Tartar sauce, lemon-dill aioli, or sriracha mayo!)


Step-by-Step Instructions




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