Air Fryer Catfish Crispy Quick Irresistible Recipe
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Craving crispy Air Fryer Catfish Get this quick easy irresistible recipe Enjoy flaky flavorful fish in minutes Click to learn how
Total Time:27 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 pound catfish fillets, skinless and boneless
1 cup cornmeal, yellow or white
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup milk
Olive oil or avocado cooking spray
Instructions
Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels.
In a shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), black pepper, and salt. Mix well. In another shallow dish, whisk together the egg and milk.
Dip each catfish fillet into the egg mixture, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the breaded catfish fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overlapping. Lightly spray the tops of the catfish fillets with cooking spray.
Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the catfish from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
