15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection
Indulge in a delightful seafood experience with this 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection. This quick and easy recipe transforms tilapia fillets into a healthy meal that is both crispy and flavorful, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. The air fryer cooks the fish to perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch without the excess oil. With a simple blend of spices and just a few ingredients, you can whip up this restaurant-quality dish in no time. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
- Brush both sides of each fillet with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and oregano.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the fillets.
- Arrange the seasoned fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve immediately with fresh salad or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tilapia fillet (170g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg