Golden Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Cod Recipe
Enjoy flaky, perfectly seasoned fish in minutes with this easy Air Fryer Dinners recipe. Get crispy edges and tender, juicy fillets fast!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Small Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs cod fillets fresh or thawed, about 4 pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon lemon juiced and zested
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels, then coat them evenly in the lemon garlic marinade, letting them sit for 5 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure a hot start for crispy results.
- Place the cod fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't overlap for even cooking.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with your favorite sides for a complete meal.