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the finished air fryer tilapia on a white plate and garnished with fresh herbs
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Air Fryer Recipe

Air Fryer Tilapia is a delicious, fast, and healthy meal.
Course Main
Cuisine American, Western
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 3
Calories 276kcal
Author Bintu Hardy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 21 ounces (595g) tilapia fillets 3 fillets; approximatey 7 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon parsley for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F / 190 degrees C.
  • Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Combine salt, garlic and coriander in a small bowl.
  • Brush both sides of the fish with olive oil and drizzle with lemon juice then sprinkle one side of each fillet with the seasoning blend.
  • Place the seasoned tilapia fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6-7 minutes.
  • Check for doneness and, if needed, increase the cooking time in 1 minute increments until the fish is cooked through.

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Notes

  • Preheat the air fryer for best results. 
  • Dry the tilapia filets by patting them with paper towels to remove excess moisture. 
  • If using frozen filets, thaw completely before cooking. 
  • Arrange the tilapia fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. 
  • Avoid overcrowding to ensure even cooking. If necessary, cook in batches.
  • Halfway through cooking time, flip the fillets using tongs or a spatula. This ensures that both sides get evenly crispy and golden brown.
  • Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets. 
  • Use a fork to check if the fish easily flakes apart. If it's still a bit translucent in the center, continue cooking for a few more minutes.
  • Tilapia is a delicate fish, and overcooking can result in dryness.
  • Garnish before serving. 
  • Storage - keep leftover tilapia refrigerated in an airtight container or tightly wrapped for 3 days.
  • There is 1 WW Blue Plan SmartPoint in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 492mg | Potassium: 619mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 114IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg