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air fryer red snapper fillets: Golden crispy air fryer red snapper fillets with a flaky white interior and light seasoning.

Golden Air Fryer Red Snapper Fillets Recipe

Chef Marcus
Get perfectly crispy, flaky fish in minutes with this Air Fryer Healthy & Lean recipe. A quick weeknight dinner solution.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Fish Spatula

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb red snapper fillets skinless, about 4 fillets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp paprika smoked or sweet
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Pat the red snapper fillets dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness.
  • Brush each fillet lightly with olive oil and season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Arrange fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap.
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until fish flakes easily and is golden.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges and fresh herbs for a bright finish.
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