Air Fryer Coconut Crusted Fish is a tropical and crunchy dish featuring fish fillets coated in sweet shredded coconut. This vibrant recipe pairs perfectly with mango salsa and lime for a fresh, zesty flavor.
Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 4 fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or snapper)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray
For serving:
- Mango salsa
- Lime wedges
For garnish:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Preparation Instructions:
- Prepare the coating:
- In a shallow dish, combine shredded coconut, Panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place flour in another dish and beaten eggs in a third.
- Bread the fish:
- Dip each fish fillet into the flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the coconut mixture. Press gently to adhere.
- Cook in the air fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the coated fish fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with mango salsa, lime wedges, and a dipping sauce of your choice.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Total time: 27 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
Notes
- For a sweeter flavor, use sweetened shredded coconut.
- Adjust the seasoning in the coating to suit your spice level preference.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
Enjoy this tropical and crunchy “Air Fryer Coconut Crusted Fish,” perfect for adding a taste of the islands to your meal! 😊