These Air Fryer Fish And Chips are exactly what you need to put on the menu every week! Air Fryer recipes are an excellent way to enjoy healthy, crispy foods. The air fryer tilapia is cooked to perfection without using a large amount of oil.
Well, darlings, I must say, I am glad I have joined the Air Fryer and Instant Pot craze. All joking aside, as a busy working mom and wife, I tell you, these gadgets are my extra hands. They do ALL the hard work for me.
For example, there’s no need to let certain frozen foods such as this shoestring fries thaw out before frying them. I can place them in the air fryer basket, and VOILA, the side dish is complete in a
Tilapia Fish
Tilapia is easy to cook. Quick to thaw. It is tasty when seasoned well. It accommodate most meals and it’s a fish the entire family can enjoy. It is also affordable when cooking for a large family.
Fish And Chips
It is amazing how one dish can start in one part of the region and is accepted, as well as loved by so many all over the world. Dating back to the 16th century in Spain and Portugal where it originated and settling in England, Fish and chips first appeared in the UK in the 1860s, and by 1930s there were many shops in England.
This ultimate comfort food is easy to prepare in the deep fryer and even easier to prepare in the air fryer, as well as making it a healthier option.
Ingredients
2 tilapia fillets
¼ cup flour
1 egg
1 tbsp. cornstarch
3 tbsp. old bay seasoning
¼ Tsp. salt and pepper
1 tsp. paprika
1 tbsp. water
Cooking spray
How To Make It
Always start with washing and patting down the fish. Place the fish on a plate. Season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides. Set aside.
Remember the breading has more salt from the Old Bay Seasoning.
All of our recipes are customizable. You can definitely make the recipe your own with this guide. You can omit or include anything you’d like.
Wash and pat dry the fish. Set aside.
Prepare the seasoning in a separate bowl.
Prepare the eggs and water in a different bowl. Set aside.
Place the fish in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture, then in the flour mixture again. Coat well. On all sides. Spray with cooking oil.
Cook in the air fryer for 12 minutes on 400 degrees.
Which Air Fryer To Use
This recipe was tested in two different air fryers – The Emeril Lagasse Power Air Fryer 360 and the Crux 5.3-Qt. Digital Air Convection Fryer. Here’s what we found out.
The Emeril Lagasse Power Air Fryer 360: When the fish and chips are prepared in this air fryer, it takes longer to cook. However, the fish and fries are cooked at an even temperature. Leaving you with a juicer meal. It takes longer to prepare instead of 15-20 minutes at 400 degrees.
Here are some positive facts about this air fryer from the manufacturer:
- Better Than Convection and Toaster Ovens – 360° Quick Cook Technology and five super powerful heating elements mean your meals cook evenly on all sides in a whirlwind of super-heated air for crispy, delicious flavors. No added fats, oils, or unhealthy grease required. Get chef-quality results in one compact, 1500-Watt high power air fryer – 40% faster.
- Designed to cook your food using a 360° whirlwind of superheated air, This powerful countertop oven replaces up to nine different kitchen cooking accessories including a convection oven, toaster oven, and other appliances while reducing the number of calories in almost every meal!
- Includes cooking essentials each Emeril Lagasse power Airfryer 360 also includes a rotisserie spit, pizza rack, baking pan, drip tray, and crisper tray to help you make a range of different foods, including roast and fried chicken, salmon, authentic kebabs, restaurant-style pizza, and so much more.
Crux 5.3-Qt. Digital Air Convection Fryer: When the fish and chips are prepared in this air fryer, it takes less time to cook and resulting in a juicy, golden or lightly charred fish. At 400 degrees, the fish is ready in 10-12 minutes.
Here are some positive facts about this air fryer from the manufacturer:
- Grill, roast, bake or air fry with eight preset options, High-performance Circular Heat Technology for crispy, evenly cooked food
- Quick-heating stainless steel heating element, Adjustable temperature up to 400°F.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Cod is often used when making fish and chips, as well as pollock. This great English dish do not disappoint, no matter what fish you use.
If you would prefer to use frozen fish, that’s perfectly fine. Simply place the fish in the air fryer basket and cook the fish for 12 minutes or longer depending on the air fryer you have at 400 degrees.
If you are using frozen fries for this recipe, Place the frozen fries in the air fryer basket. Spray with olive oil (optional) and cook for 20-25 minutes on 400 degrees.
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Crispy Air Fryer Fish And Chips
Ingredients
- 2 tilapia fillets
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp. cornstarch
- 3 tbsp. old bay seasoning
- ¼ Tsp. salt and pepper
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tbsp. water
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the fish. Set aside. Mix and prepare the seasoning in a separate bowl. Set aside.Prepare the eggs and water mixture in a different bowl. Set aside.
- To bread, place the fish in the flour mixture. Then in the egg mixture. After, transfer the fish back to the flour mixture and coat well on all sides. Spray the basket lightly with cooking oil, then place the fish in the air fryer basket. Spray the fish with cooking oil and cook in the air fryer for 12 minutes on 400 degrees or longer depending on the air fryer you have. See notes in post regarding which air fryer to use.Serve warm with chips or fries and serve warm.
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Notes
- Does fish batter contain milk? It can. It all depends on the recipe. I personally prefer it without milk. However, I still enjoy the recipes that do include milk in the batter. The choice is yours.
- You can also make this recipe gluten free by using gluten free flour.
Sheri says
my new favorite way to cook fish It was fast and easy I used old bay lemon seasoning It was so delicious, Will be a weekly dinner.
Mirlene says
Thank you so much Sheri! We appreciate your comment. Glad to read it’s on the weekly menu 🙂
Beth says
These fish and chips have me heading to the store to buy and air fryer! So delicious!
Anita says
We love a good fish and chips. And I love this version with air-fryer, no need to deal with deep-frying. 🙂
Mirlene says
Exactly. This is much easier and healthier.
Cathy says
You are certainly right, who doesn’t love fish and chips! I certainly do! been looking for my ideas for my air fryer, just got another! This fish and chips look great! Making for sure!
SHANIKA says
These Fish and Chips look so delicious! I’m loving how crispy they turned out even in the Air Fryer!
Jessica says
Tilapia makes a great weeknight dinner!