CRISPY AIR FRYER COD

Here’s a Crispy Air Fryer Cod recipe that’s quick, crunchy, and lighter than fried fish 🐟✨

Ingredients

• 1 lb cod fillets (fresh or thawed, patted dry)

• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 1 large egg

• 1 tablespoon milk (optional)

• Cooking spray or olive oil spray

Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.

2. Prepare coating:

   • In one bowl, whisk egg (and milk if using).

   • In another bowl, mix panko, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

3. Coat the cod:

   • Dip each fillet into egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture until well coated.

4. Air fry:

   • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil.

   • Place cod in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).

   • Spray tops lightly with oil.

   • Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and flaky.

5. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Tips for Extra Crispiness

• Use panko instead of regular breadcrumbs.

• Spray lightly with oil—this helps browning.

• If fillets are thick, add 1–2 extra minutes.

Serving Ideas

• Tartar sauce or lemon-dill sauce

• Fish tacos with slaw

• With fries or roasted veggies

If you’d like, I can make it gluten-free, no-Parmesan, or kid-friendly 😊