12 Air-Fryer Fish Recipes

Air-Fryer Fish and Chips

A crunchy cornflake coating makes this air-fryer fish recipe as good as deep-fried. The seasoned fries are equally delicious, and make sure to have plenty of tartar sauce.

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Air-Fryer Salmon

Preparing salmon in the air fryer is, hands down, one of the easiest ways to cook it. Air-fryer salmon stays succulent, but still gets lightly browned on the outside. Use this simple salmon recipe as a starting point for different flavors and styles of salmon. The possibilities are endless! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Air-Fryer Fish Tacos

When the taco truck (or Baja) is just too far away, these crispy air-fryer fish tacos do the trick. Tilapia is one of the best fish for frying, but you can try cod or catfish for tacos, too.

Air-Fryer Gingered Honey Salmon

A simple marinade made with fresh orange juice, honey, fresh ginger and soy sauce adds a boost of flavor to this air-fryer salmon.

Air-Fryer Salmon Patties

Using canned salmon makes this a super quick and budget-friendly weeknight dinner idea. Serve as a burger topped with garlic aioli and fresh lettuce and tomato.

Air-Fryer Crumb-Topped Sole

Served with a fresh green salad, this super easy sole recipe makes a great low-carb dinner option. The simple Parmesan sauce and crispy bread crumb topping is a great combination.

Air-Fryer Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze

Pop salmon fillets in the air fryer, then drizzle with a maple-dijon sauce right before serving. It’s quick and easy for a busy weeknight supper, but also elegant enough for a special occasion.

Air-Fryer Tilapia

A little butter and a few seasonings go a long way with this air-fryer fish recipe. Delicate and flaky tilapia cooks quickly; don’t overcook it or it will dry out.

Air-Fryer Pretzel-Crusted Catfish

Honey-mustard pretzels add so much flavor to this crunchy catfish coating, you’ll want to use it on everything. Serve this air-fryer fish with sides of your choice, from macaroni and cheese to corn muffins and rice pilaf. View our whole collection of Friday fish fry recipes.

Air-Fryer Roasted Salmon with Sauteed Balsamic Spinach

Sauteed spinach is a perfect accompaniment to air-fryer fish with a peppery kick, but any fresh green vegetable will do. Roasted potatoes or rice pilaf would make this a well-rounded meal. Here, learn how to fry fish.

Air-Fryer Cod

Instead of breading the cod, simply marinate in Italian dressing, add a few seasonings and pop in the air-fryer. It’s healthy, delicious and done in a snap!

Air-Fryer Sesame-Ginger Salmon

A quick dip in a ginger vinaigrette mixed with onions and cilantro is all this salmon needs before hitting the air fryer. The salmon is done when it easily flakes with a fork.