Jkawe

Mediterranean

Crispy Air Fryer Cod

Crispy Air Fryer Cod with a golden panko crust and flaky, tender center, ready in 25 minutes. A simple three-bowl breading station with Old Bay seasoning does all the work, no deep frying required. Perfect for weeknight fish tacos, sandwiches, or a fast family dinner.

  • Prep10 min
  • Cook15 min
  • Total25 min
  • Makes4 servings
  • Calories254
Crispy Air Fryer Cod

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat your air fryer.

  2. 2

    Pat the cod dry and set aside on a cutting board.

  3. 3

    Set three bowls out that are shallow. Whisk the egg in the first bowl. Put the flour in the second bowl.

  4. 4

    Put the panko breadcrumbs, old bay seasoning, italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper in the third bowl and stir well.

  5. 5

    Cut the cod into the size you would like or you can leave them whole. Dip the cod into the flour.

  6. 6

    Then dip the cod into the egg and wet both sides. Move the cod to the panko breadcrumbs and press both sides into the breadcrumbs.

  7. 7

    Spray the air fryer with non-stick spray. Add the cod in batches to the air fryer and cook on 400° for 10 minutes, gently flip and cook for another 5 minutes, until the fish reaches 145 degrees F.

  8. 8

    You can sprinkle more old bay seasoning or Italian seasoning on the cod after you pull it out of the air fryer for more flavor. Serve in tacos, on sandwiches or on its own.

Notes

Use panko breadcrumbs for the crispiest crust. Regular breadcrumbs work but produce a softer coating. Do not skip the flour layer. It helps the egg cling so the panko stays intact during cooking and flipping. Pat the cod completely dry before breading. Surface moisture prevents the coating from adhering and leads to a soggy crust. Cook in batches if needed. Overlapping fillets trap steam and prevent crisping. For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan to the panko mixture. If using frozen cod, thaw completely and pat dry before starting. Frozen cod releases water during cooking and will soften the breading. Cook time is based on 1 pound of cod. Thicker fillets may need an extra 1 to 2 minutes. Always check for 145°F internal temperature in the thickest part. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes to bring the crust back. Avoid the microwave.

Per serving

  • Carbs26 g
  • Protein27 g
  • Fat4 g
  • Fiber2 g

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