Paleo Crispy Air Fryer Fish
Elevate your weeknight dinner with Paleo Crispy Air Fryer Fish—an irresistibly golden and crunchy dish that's both healthy and delicious. Perfect for those following a paleo lifestyle, this recipe swaps traditional breadcrumbs for a flavorful blend of almond flour and tapioca flour, seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and sea salt. The air fryer delivers perfectly crisp fish fillets without the need for excess oil, making this meal guilt-free and incredibly easy to prepare. Ready in under 30 minutes, including prep and cook time, it’s the ideal recipe for busy families or anyone craving a quick yet nutritious seafood option. Serve your crispy fish hot with a side of fresh lemon wedges for a burst of brightness—this recipe is guaranteed to become a mealtime favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup tapioca flour
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large lemon
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca flour, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Dip each fish fillet into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
Transfer the fish to the flour mixture and coat well, pressing gently to adhere.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil.
Place the coated fish fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; you may need to cook in batches.
Lightly spray the top of the fish with olive oil to help them crisp up.
Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Meanwhile, cut the lemon into wedges.
Serve the crispy fish hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 612 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 2712 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 122.8 g | 246% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.1 mcg | 110% | |
| Calcium | 379 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1504 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
