The Best Air Fryer Fish Nuggets
A crispy and satisfying way to enjoy fish, these air fryer fish nuggets are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish. You'll be craving more in no time!
Equipment
- Air-fryer
- Mixing bowls
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring Cups
- Cooking spray
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless fish fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon Salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon) Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Olive oil spray for misting
Instructions
- Cut your fish fillets into bite-sized nuggets and set aside.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and another with breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Dip each fish piece first into the flour, shaking off excess, then into the egg, and finally into the breadcrumbs, making sure they're well coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray and place the nuggets in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with your favourite dips and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavour, consider marinating the fish in lemon juice and spices for about 30 minutes before breading.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed for maximum crispiness!
Nutrition
Serving: 4nuggetsCalories: 401kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 149mgSodium: 797mgPotassium: 526mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 191IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 5mg
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