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Air Fryer Catfish: Crispy and Perfectly Seasoned in 22 Minutes


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 22
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delicious and crispy air fryer catfish that’s quick and easy to make. Perfectly seasoned and ready in no time!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 catfish fillets
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Cooking spray or oil for spraying

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, mix together cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. Dip each catfish fillet into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then coat with the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or lightly coat with oil.
  6. Place the coated catfish fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded.
  7. Spray the top of the fillets with cooking spray.
  8. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fillets are golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and lemon wedges.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 12
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Protein: 20