Ingredients
– 4 tilapia fillets
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for a kick)
– Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Crispy Air Fryer Tilapia Delight is straightforward when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for about 5 minutes.
2. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Coat the Fish: Rub the tilapia fillets with olive oil. Then, dredge each fillet in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well.
4. Air Fry the Fillets: Place the coated tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until golden and crispy.
5. Serve: Carefully remove the tilapia from the air fryer. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Following these simple steps will yield perfectly crispy tilapia that’s ready to impress your family or guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g