Irresistibly Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Delight
Experience a delicious transformation of simple ingredients into Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Tilapia, perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
For the Coating
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese fresh is best
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder fresh minced garlic can be used for bolder taste
- 1 teaspoon Paprika for mild smokiness and color
- 1 tablespoon Dried parsley use fresh parsley for brighter flavor
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
For the Fish
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets fresh or well-thawed
- 1 large Egg acts as a binder
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil spray for achieving a crispy texture
Instructions
Steps
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Whisk the egg in a shallow bowl and combine the grated Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- Dip each tilapia fillet into the egg, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the Parmesan mixture.
- Spray both sides of the coated fillets with olive oil.
- Arrange fillets in a single layer within the air fryer basket and cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a side of your choice.
Notes
Optional: Pair with a homemade tartar sauce for added flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1filletCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1mg
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