It was love at first bite when I started cooking with my air fryer about a year ago, and it continues to amaze me how easy it is to operate and how delicious and crisp the food is.
I’ve made a variety of foods in it from a whole chicken to vegetables to frozen french fries. Food cooks faster in it, browns better and crisps up on the outside perfectly.
This time I air fried catfish. Panko, the light and crispy Japanese bread crumbs, is one of the secrets to creating crispy catfish in the air fryer. I have also used cornmeal instead of Panko and the results are just as delicious and crispy. Substitute your favorite herbs and spices for the seafood seasoning to vary the fish.
The air fryer saved a plethora of calories and grams of fat by not frying the fish. And one of the best things - there was no fishy odor wafting through the house!
It’s great to know that we can enjoy our favorite fried fish in a healthy manner...
It was a big hit with Bill and I, and the air fryer is definitely a keeper!
Light and Crispy Fried Catfish a la Air Fryer
Printable recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Blackened seasoning
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon each salt and seasoned pepper
- 2 (6 ounce) skinless catfish fillets, patted dry
Method:
- Preheat air fryer to 390°.
- In a shallow dish, combine Panko and seasonings.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together egg, salt and pepper.
- Working with 1 fillet at a time, dip in egg, shaking off excess, then dredge in Panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- As they are dredged, place fillets in a single layer in air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 10-14 minute or until coating is golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately.
Enjoy!
mmmm...that crunchy crust..so amazingly delicious and healthy as well!
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DeleteI have never seen catfish for sale here :-(( Have a good week Diane
ReplyDeleteHi Diane! It's a good fish flavor, we like it!
DeleteI am glad you wrote this.I have been debating getting an air fryer.
ReplyDeleteHi Anne! I like the AF and use it frequently, it's a learning process. Take care
DeleteHi Pam, My wife's sister is visiting us for a few days and she's an air fryer and Instant Pot fan...big time! Your fish looks great... We'll just have to jump on the bandwagon and update our small kitchen appliances. Take Care, Dave
ReplyDeleteHi Dave! I kicked the IP to the curb, but the air fryer is great, easy to use and it cooks food with a lot of grease and less mess. I have no room for any more small appliances!
DeleteThe idea of making fabulous fried food, like your catfish, without all the grease is so darn appealing! I may have to breakdown and get an air fryer!
ReplyDeleteI really like using it, Liz. Hope you have a great rest of the week!
DeletePam, Looks good! Panko crumbs really do make a difference. My parents enjoy their air fryer too. I've used theirs to make french fries, but they enjoy using it for all kinds of great meals. Will definitely pass along the catfish recipe to them.
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Hi Velva! This is great for the AF! Thanks for the visit!
DeleteThis looks so good -- ultra crisp and flavorful. I don't have an air fryer, and keep thinking about getting one. It really sounds like I should, Now, I just need to find a place to store it! :-) Good post -- thanks.
ReplyDeleteThat's the problem here too, John, storage room! This is my last small appliance, I swear! Take care
DeleteI only read good things about air fryers, and here is one more terrific recipe. Love catfish and the panko is a great tip.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Evelyne! It's easy to use, with good results. Take care
DeleteI have several friends who have the air fryers. I just haven't purchased one yet. Might have to be a SOON purchase
ReplyDeleteHi Shug! It saves heating up the oven too. Take care
DeleteThis looks great and the air fryer is one thing I've been thinking about. Sounds like I should get on the bandwagon, eh? How is it on making real French fries?
ReplyDeleteHi Abbe! It makes great French fries, easy and good. So many small appliances out there... Have a wonderful day!
DeleteThe air fryer is somewhat unfamiliar to me, but I'm a huge fan of panko. I'm fascinated by the fact that authentic panko is made from special bread that's baked just so it can be turned into crumbs. It is really light and crunchy, so I'm sure the fish was great.
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Hi Mae! I like panko too, interesting fact you have about it. I had no idea it was baked and turned into crumbs. It's very good on fish, if you like crunchy. Thanks and take care.
Deleteevery single time I visit your blog my stomach starts growling. That sounds so good.
ReplyDeleteI've never prepared catfish but I love it. The best was a blackened Cajun Catfish that I had in New Orleans.
Great.. Now I'm really hungry! " )
Have a great weekend.
Ha! Thanks, Leslie! Yes, it's always better in NOLA! Hope you're having a great weekend!
Deletei have to be honest and confess that i don't care for catfish, but my husband loves it! i'm so curious about this air fryer!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean, Grace. I used to be the same way with it. Take care
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