The ultimate list of air fryer fish recipes all in one place will get your mouth watering for some delicious seafood!
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What Kind of Fish Can You Air Fry?
The air fryer is so versatile that you can air fry fish of any kind. This includes tilapia, salmon, cod, white fish, haddock, fried fish, fish tacos, and more.
I’ve included air fryer fish recipes for all of the above and more for the best way to air fry fish of all varieties.
If you’re a pescatarian or just a fish lover, you’re going to love knowing how to cook fish in the air fryer. It flakes easily and comes out with so much flavor!
What to Serve with Fish in the Air Fryer
You can serve air fryer fish with foods like french fries (for fish and chips), hush puppies, potatoes, onion rings, corn on the cob, and other vegetables.
And don’t forget to serve the air fried fish with tartar sauce or cocktail sauce!
Tips For How to Cook Fish in the Air Fryer
- Cook the fish in a single layer in the air fryer basket or air fryer tray with space between each fish fillet for the most even cooking
- Use a silicone liner or parchment round to help the fish avoid sticking and for easy clean up
- Cooking fish in the air fryer with the skin side down first works the best to get the skin crispy and to keep the fish from sticking
- Fresh fish air fries best, but you can use frozen when in a pinch! — but if you have time, thawing fish will result in the best fish taste
- Check for fish doneness by either flaking the fish with a fork or using an Instant-Read Thermometer until the fish hits 140 to 145 degrees F.
- Fish can be reheated in the air fryer too! Read our tips on how to reheat it here.
How Long to Air Fry Fish
This depends on the type of fish you are air frying along with the size and thickness of the fish.
Thin delicate fish will cook faster while thicker fish will need a little extra cooking time.
Use the below recipes to find the kind of fish or seafood you have and enjoy cooking the fish in the air fryer!
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Air Fryer Fish Recipes
A massive collection of fish recipes you can make in the air fryer. Includes shellfish as well for a full seafood menu.
Air Fryer Salmon
Air fryer fish has never tasted so good with this air fryer salmon cooked with the skin on and covered with a simple garlic butter sauce with no breading.
Air Fryer Mahi Mahi
This air fryer mahi mahi recipe can be ready in about 30 minutes! Flaky fish in a crispy panko breading makes this dish irresistible.
Air Fryer Cod
This air fryer white fish is coated in lemon juice and dill for a fresh low-carb dinner.
Air Fryer Shrimp with Lemon and Pepper
Air fryer shrimp is covered in lemon and pepper flavor for a simple dinner idea. Shows how to cook raw shrimp from fresh or frozen! Keto-friendly without the pasta served with it.
Air Fryer Tuna Steaks
A simple yet tasty tuna steak recipe in the air fryer marinated in a flavorful ginger soy sauce. You can also cook this air fried fish recipe from frozen!
Frozen Salmon in the Air Fryer
For flaky, tender, and crispy fish, try making frozen salmon in the air fryer! A special seasoning blend makes these air fryer fish fillets absolutely delicious!
Air Fryer Tilapia
Looking for a healthy fish dinner that can be on the table quickly? Air fryer tilapia takes less than 20 minutes and works great with fresh or frozen fillets.
Air Fryer Scallops
Air fryer scallops are one of the easiest ways to prepare this delectable seafood! Breaded scallops are cooked to golden perfection in less than 15 minutes.
Air Fryer Fish and Chips
Air fryer fish and chips is the easiest way to enjoy crispy and tender battered fish alongside homemade fries for a delightful meal. Ready in 35 minutes!
Teriyaki Salmon in the Air Fryer
Try this air fryer fish fillet using a simple sauce from scratch for a super delicious and easy weeknight dinner!
Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
Looking for a fun and creative way to serve fresh shrimp? These easy air fryer shrimp tacos pack in big flavor and get an amazing crunch from the shredded cabbage slaw on top!
Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Shake up your seafood routine with these irresistibly crispy air fryer salmon bites! Serve warm with a 4-ingredient sriracha dipping sauce for a meal you’ll want to make over and over.
Air Fryer Halibut
Crispy air fryer halibut is the best way to enjoy tender filets with the perfect crunch. Elevate your meal time with this seafood delight!
Air Fryer Frozen Fish Sticks
Frozen fish sticks are air fried to get a crispy breading and flaky inside.
Crispy Air Fryer Fish Tacos
Try this perfectly crispy, deliciously seasoned fish tacos made in an air fryer. The fresh fish gets a crunchy exterior while remaining flaky inside, wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with cabbage and a drizzle of sour cream.
Air Fryer Catfish Nuggets
No one will be able to resist air fryer catfish nuggets! Tender fish bites coated in super-crispy breading are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces.
Air Fryer Calamari
Air Fryer Calamari is coated in crunchy breadcrumbs for a flavorful and delicious appetizer!
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
You won’t believe how quick and easy it is to make air fryer coconut shrimp! Coat the shrimp, air fry to golden perfection, and be ready to serve in less than 30 minutes.
Air Fryer Crab Cakes
Crab cakes are made in the air fryer with lump crab meat and Old Bay Seasoning for a flavorful appetizer. Made from fresh and frozen.
Frozen Shrimp in the Air Fryer
For a quick and healthy meal, try making frozen shrimp in the air fryer. This dish goes from freezer to table in less than 20 minutes!
Air Fryer Swordfish
From busy weeknights to elegant dinners, air fryer swordfish is perfect for every occasion! Tender steaks with lemon pepper seasoning are ready in 15 minutes.
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Treat your tastebuds to savory, tender, and oh-so-delicious air fryer bacon wrapped scallops! From elegant dinners to casual family meals, they’re perfect for any occasion.
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp
Air fryer bang bang shrimp is ultra-crispy, tossed in a sweet-and-spicy sauce, and ready in just 30 minutes! Serve this mouthwatering dish over rice, in tacos, or all on its own.
Air Fryer Lobster Tails
Air fryer lobster tails are cooked to perfection, boasting a buttery, tender texture and a deliciously subtle sweet flavor. Coupled with a touch of garlic and a hint of lemon!
Air Fryer Flounder
Treat yourself to the ultimate air fryer flounder recipe that's both keto-friendly and full of flavor! You can enjoy a mouthwatering seafood dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes.
Air Fryer Salmon Patties
Looking for a tasty way to use canned salmon? Air fryer salmon patties are the answer! They’re golden on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bursting with fresh flavor.
Air Fryer Oysters
Air fryer oysters are crispy, light, and perfectly breaded! Seafood lovers will be impressed with these delicious air fryer oysters.
Air Fryer Tuna Melt
Craving a hot and melty sandwich? This air fryer tuna melt can be ready in just 10 minutes and is packed with delicious tuna and glorious gooey cheese!
Air Fryer Haddock
Want a healthy dinner that tastes amazing and can be ready fast? Learn how to make tender, flaky air fryer haddock in just 20 minutes from fresh or frozen!
Air Fryer Catfish
This easy air fryer catfish recipe requires no breading. The fish is flaky, tender, and flavorful with minimal prep and just 20 minutes!
Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
Homemade air fryer crab rangoon are irresistibly crispy on the outside, super creamy on the inside, and easier to make than you think! Mix, assemble, air fry, and enjoy.
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp in Air Fryer
This recipe for bacon-wrapped shrimp in the air fryer has the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Serve as an appetizer or your main course!
Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Shrimp
Frozen popcorn shrimp is air fried to crispy perfection without any added oil for the perfect snack, appetizer, or meal.
Air Fryer Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
These Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms are filled with a savory flaked lump crab
stuffing then baked in the air fryer or oven for pop-in-your-mouth goodness at your next party.
Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich Recipe
This Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich recipe is full of authentic New Orleans flavor! Mouth-watering fried shrimp served on crusty French bread and smothered with homemade remoulade sauce
Air Fryer Furikake Salmon Recipe
This Furikake Salmon recipe is a favorite of my air fryer fish recipes. Just4 ingredients and tons of flavor!
Keto Air Fryer Salmon Recipe
Salmon is cooked with lemon and Italian seasoning for a simple yet flavorful air fryer seafood dinner idea. Pair with a few lemon wedges for added flavor.
Air Fryer Cajun Scallops
Cajun sea scallops in the air fryer is the easiest way to cook scallops at home! This quick spicy scallop recipe is an easy air fryer recipe and done in about 10 minutes.
Honey Sriracha Air Fryer Salmon
This honey sriracha air fryer salmon is perfect for an easy weeknight meal!
Everyone (including the kids) will devour it and that's a win!
Quick and Easy Air Fryer Shrimp Fajitas Recipe
Air fryer shrimp fajitas are an easy seafood dinner option!
10 Minute Air Fryer Salmon
This air fryer fish recipe is simply seasoned and cooked but contains great flavor and flakiness.
Easy Air Fryer Tuna Patties
These air fryer tuna patties are deliciously soft and flavorful on the inside with a crunchy and slightly cheesy outside. Talk about a delicious air fryer fish recipe!
Air Fryer Keto Blackened Salmon
Salmon is seasoned with storebought or homemade blackened salmon seasoning for the perfect flaky air fryer fish recipe.
Air Fryer Tilapia with Herbs and Garlic
This air fryer tilapia recipe includes fresh herbs and garlic and is naturally healthy! Get golden brown and flaky fish every time by cooking your tilapia in the air fryer.
Easy Air Fryer Fish Sticks
Homemade fish sticks are battered fish then breaded and cooked in the air fryer for a fresh seafood favorite!
Foil Packet Salmon with Green Beans
Make tender flaky Salmon and vegetables in convenient individual foil packets. A healthy weeknight air fryer fish meal!
Blackened Air Fryer Shrimp
Spicy and super succulent, these Blackened Air Fryer Shrimp are the perfect easy seafood appetizer or topping for rice or pasta.
Korean Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Easy Grilled Shrimp Skewers are ready in less than 15 minutes and are packed full of tangy, savory, sweet, and spicy flavor thanks to a unique Korean gochujang marinade.
Cheesy Tuna Air Fryer Flautas
Cheesy Air Fryer Tuna Flautas are a hit for dinner! Serve with sour cream, salsa, and guac for an air fryer seafood winning meal.
Air Fried Salmon Bowl
Air Fried Salmon bowls are made with hoisin and ginger to make a delicious and healthy dinner option for a busy
weeknight!
Air Fryer Garlic Shrimp
A simple keto air fryer shrimp dish that's seasoned to perfection.
50 Best Air Fryer Fish Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 6 ounce skin-on salmon fillets, preferably wild-caught
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 cloves garlic minced (about 1 teaspoon)
- 1 teaspoon fresh Italian parsley chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees.
- Season the fresh salmon with salt and pepper then mix together the melted butter, garlic, and parsley in a bowl.
- Baste the salmon fillets with the garlic butter mixture and carefully place the salmon inside the air fryer side-by-side with the skin side down.
- Cook for approximately 10 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a knife or fork.
- Eat immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
