Description
This simple recipe delivers flaky, tender cod fish cooked in the air fryer with minimal fuss. Perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cod fillets (about 4 fillets, 4–6 ounces each), fresh or thawed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- 1. Pat the cod fillets completely dry with paper towels. If fillets are uneven, trim thin ends.
- 2. Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dill in a small bowl. Season cod with salt and pepper, then brush or drizzle with olive oil.
- 3. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the oiled cod fillets, pressing to adhere.
- 4. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- 5. Place seasoned cod fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- 6. Air fry for 8-12 minutes, depending on fillet thickness and air fryer model, until cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- 7. Carefully remove cod from the air fryer and let rest for 1-2 minutes before serving with lemon wedges, if desired.
Notes
Store leftover cooked cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer (300-325°F for 3-5 mins) or oven (300-325°F for 5-10 mins) to maintain moisture. Avoid microwave reheating if possible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g