✨ Crispy Air Fryer White Fish with Lemon Butter

Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 12-15 mins

🧂 Ingredients:

For the fish:

  • 2 white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, haddock, or swai)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp almond flour or crushed pork rinds (optional for extra crisp)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

For the lemon butter sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon

🔥 Instructions:

  1. Preheat Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat fish dry with paper towels. Brush with olive oil or melted butter on both sides.
  3. In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and almond flour (if using). Sprinkle evenly on both sides of the fish.
  4. Place fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Fish should flake easily with a fork.
  5. While fish cooks, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  6. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over cooked fish. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

🥗 Serving Ideas:

  • Serve with steamed broccoli 🥦, cauliflower rice 🍚, or a side salad 🥬 for a perfect low-carb meal!