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Air Fryer Fish and Chips

Crispy Air Fryer Fish and Chips for Guilt-Free Comfort Food

Enjoy guilt-free comfort with this Crispy Air Fryer Fish and Chips recipe, a healthier take on a classic favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 filets White Fish Filets Choose flaky varieties like cod, haddock, or tilapia.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can be substituted with a mix of milk and lemon juice.
For the Coating
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning Can be substituted with favorite seafood seasoning.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Plain Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used for extra crispiness.
For Cooking and Serving
  • 1 can Cooking Spray Options include olive or avocado oil sprays.
  • 4 cups French Fries Can be homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 cup Tartar Sauce Homemade is preferred.
  • 4 wedges Lemon Adds a refreshing zing.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Directions
  1. Pat the white fish filets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine all-purpose flour with Old Bay seasoning and whisk together.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs and buttermilk until fully blended.
  4. Mix the breadcrumbs with any remaining Old Bay seasoning.
  5. Lightly coat both sides of the breaded filets with cooking spray.
  6. Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for 5 minutes.
  7. Arrange the breaded filets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 6 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Carefully remove the fish from the air fryer and serve hot with crispy French fries, tartar sauce, and fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, always preheat your air fryer. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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