Crispy Air Fryer Breaded Tilapia

Step 1

Prepare fish

Step 2

Add all wet ingredients into a shallow bowl, whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Place panko breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl.

Step 8

Place tilapia in wet batter, turning over couple of times to make sure that it is coated thoroughly. Lift tilapia with hands or tongs, allowing excess batter to drip off and then place over the bread crumbs.

Step 11

Pack bread crumbs on both sides of the fish (pressing with fingers to adhere).

Step 14

Place on a plate and repeat process with remaining fish.

Step 16

Air Fry

Step 18

Pre heat air fryer to 400°F for 12 minutes. When ready, place tilapia, spacing evenly and spray the top with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 21

Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, spraying a coating of non-stick cooking spray again once in between (this is optional, but it helps in achieving more golden crust), or until it is cooked to your liking.

Step 23

Serve with homemade tartar sauce or make into fish tacos or sandwich.

Step 25

(Refer notes for quick tartar sauce recipe)