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It seems rare to come across a dish that can be cooked in 20 minutes. Most meals take at least 30-40 minutes to cook. But this Air Fryer Tilapia takes 5 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook. Coated with paprika, cayenne pepper, and chili powder, the Tilapia roasts up beautifully in the air fryer. Serve it alongside your favorite vegetables, and you will have a meal on the dinner table in no time. And if you have non- keto eaters at the dinner table, feel free to add some potatoes! We hope you enjoy this flavorful keto recipe.
Can tilapia be made in the air fryer?
Yes, Tilapia can be air-fried. The sky is the limit with the number of items that can be air fried; from cakes to roasts and everything in between!
How long do you cook frozen tilapia in air fryer?
It takes approximately 10 minutes to air fry frozen Tilapia.
What temperature should tilapia be cooked to?
Tilapia should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Can you put frozen fish in an air fryer?
To ensure even and proper cooking times, It's recommended to thaw the fish overnight. Otherwise, you may end up with rubbery or unevenly cooked fish.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Serves
4 persons
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons grated Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 4 Tilapia Fillets
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400 °F.
Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and paprika into a large bowl until combined.
Add the Tilapia to the bowl and toss to coat it in the seasonings.
Place a parchment paper into the air fryer's basket and add the Tilapia fillets into the basket in an even layer. You may have to make two batches of fish depending on the size of your air fryer.
Cook the Tilapia fillets for 10-15 minutes until they are no longer translucent.
Serve the air-fried Tilapia on a plate with your preferred vegetables.
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Nice and crisp. Added sweet…
Nice and crisp. Added sweet potatoes slices and they were crispy too
Hello Sarah, glad you liked…
Hello Sarah, glad you liked this recipe and congratulations on the creative added touch of sweet potatoes. Good call.
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