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Crispy and Flaky Air Fryer Cod

Crispy and Flaky Air Fryer Cod for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

This Crispy and Flaky Air Fryer Cod is a quick and healthy dinner option that offers a delightful crunch and can be customized with various seasonings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Thaw if using frozen fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Avocado Oil Melted butter can be used as a substitute
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Feel free to tweak the amount
  • 1 tablespoon Seasoning (e.g., Old Bay, Lemon Pepper, Cajun Spice) Can alternate spices for a unique flavor kick
For Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Base for creamy dips
  • 1/4 cup Pickles Finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Enhances the dipping experience

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Brush both sides of thawed cod fillets with oil, season with salt, black pepper, and spices, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and spray the basket with oil.
  3. Place seasoned cod fillets in the air fryer basket and air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
  4. Mix mayonnaise, chopped pickles, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard for the dipping sauce.
  5. Serve the crispy cod with dipping sauce and optional lemon wedges and side vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal texture, pat cod dry before seasoning and ensure fillets are of similar thickness for even cooking.

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