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A white plate with lemon cod garnished with parsley and lemon and a side of asparagus.

Flaky Air Fryer Cod Recipe

Enjoy flaky, golden cod with this easy air fryer cod recipe. Quick to make and full of flavor, it's a healthy, delicious option for any meal.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Author: Heather Painchaud
Servings: 2 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • ½ lemon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cod fillets about 320g/11oz
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Instructions

  • Get a small mixing bowl and add the avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, dried parsley, and black pepper to it.
  • Mix the oil and spices together until well combined.
  • Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • Brush the seasoned oil mixture over both sides of the cod fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
  • Once preheated, place the cod fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overlapping.
  • Cook the cod fillets in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 8 minutes, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Once cooked, carefully remove the cod fillets from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving plate.

Notes

    • You can use frozen cod fillets, but make sure to thaw them completely before cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture before seasoning.
    • The cod fillets are cooked through when they are opaque and flake easily with a fork. You can also use a meat thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
    • Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the cod fillets and the model of your air fryer. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.
    • You can use other white fish fillets such as haddock, halibut, flounder, sea bass, sole, or tilapia. Again, cooking times may vary.
    • Adjust the seasonings according to your tastes. Try flavors like paprika, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, lemon pepper, or lemon zest.
    • If you are worried about the fish sticking, you can use nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper in your air fryer basket.
    • Store any extra cooked cod fillets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer or oven until warmed through before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 808kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 161g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 387mg | Sodium: 1649mg | Potassium: 3758mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 368IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 4mg