Parmesan Crusted Air Fryer Tilapia (Printable Version)
Golden parmesan tilapia with paprika and chives. Ready in 20 minutes for a wholesome, flavorful meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Fish
01 -
2 tilapia fillets (approximately 170 g each)
→ Fat
02 -
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil or melted butter
→ Crust Mixture
03 -
33 g grated parmesan cheese
04 -
1 1/4 teaspoons paprika
05 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 -
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
07 -
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Garnish
08 -
1 tablespoon chopped chives
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C.
02 -
In a shallow bowl, thoroughly combine grated parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 -
Pat tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and gently rub to coat both sides evenly.
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Press each tilapia fillet into the parmesan mixture, ensuring a generous and even crust on all sides.
05 -
Lightly oil the air fryer basket. Place fillets in a single layer, spaced apart to ensure even cooking.
06 -
Air fry for 7–9 minutes until the thickest part of the fish flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 62°C. Avoid overcooking.
07 -
Carefully lift the tilapia from the basket using a spatula. Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately, accompanied by fresh lemon, steamed rice, and seasonal vegetables if desired.
# Notes:
01 -
For optimal results, avoid cooking the fillets from frozen, as the crust will not adhere as well and cooking time will be extended.