Air Fryer Fish & Shellfish Recipes

Fish and shellfish cooks to perfection in the air fryer, more often than not in a matter of mere minutes. You’ll find links to all of my simple step-by-step instructions for my Air Fryer Fish & Shellfish recipes including salmon, king prawns and scallops here in one place.

I’m continuing to add to this collection of recipes so do keep checking back to see if I’ve added anything you think I’m missing.

And importantly, do please get in touch to let me know what fish and shellfish recipes you’d like to see. I’ve currently got mackerel fillets, tuna steaks and basa fillets on the two do list. And hopefully lobster tails too – they’re my favourite luxury starter on Christmas day!

Air Fried Fish Fillets

Most of these recipe are going to be single serving fillets although some like the pollock fillets are quiet small so I generally allow for at least 2 person.

I’ve included instructions for how to air fry directly from frozen in each recipe post. This is a really great way to buy, store and cook only as many individual fillets as you know you need.

I’ve split the fish fillets into oily varieties like salmon, flat fish and round fish so I’m not just hitting you with one long and overwhelming list. But really they are all prepared and cooked in very similar ways.

Oily Fish

How to Air Fry Salmon Fillets (Fresh or Frozen)

Find out how to quickly and easily Air Fry Salmon Fillets from either fresh or frozen in this easy to follow guide. I've kept things simple so these instruction are a great starting point to add your choice of extra seasoning, marinade or glaze.

How to Air Fry Mackerel Fillets

This guide for How to Air Fry Mackerel Fillets offers a quick way to enjoy this fabulous oily fish. The air fryer ensures the fillets have perfectly cooked skin and beautifully tender flesh – perfect for serving hot or cold.

Flat White Fish

How to Air Fry Sea Bream Fillets

This guide for How to Air Fry Sea Bream Fillets couldn't be simpler. All the tips and tricks for cooking air fryer sea bream are included, so you can't go wrong with this easy and delicious meal which is cooked in a matter of minutes.

How to Air Fry Sea Bass Fillets

Sea bass fillets have become a real staple fish in our kitchens over the last few years. It's economical to buy, even when filleted and cooks in literal minutes. The flavour is delicate but distinct and can be served in many different ways. These easy How to Air Fry Sea Bass Fillet instructions will make cooking it even more of a breeze.

Round White Fish

How to Air Fry Cod Fillets

These simple instructions for How to Air Fry Cod Fillets result in classic white fish portions with a crispy exterior and juicy interior. Simply seasoned but as versatile as you want to make it, this is the new top cooking method for delicious fish cookery.

How to Air Fry Cod Loin Fillets

It's incredibly easy to Air Fry Cod Loin Fillets with their large flakes of succulent white fish. The chunky skinless fillets cook to perfection in merely minutes and can be served in a myriad of ways making them extremely versatile.

How to Air Fry Haddock Fillets

Simply Air Fry Haddock Fillets for a ridiculously quick and delicious centrepiece to your meal. The soft flakes of white fish can be served simply or seasoned to match the flavours of the rest of your meal.

How to Air Fry Pollock Fillets

Follow these easy instructions for How to Air Fry Pollock Fillets for a simple, quick and super delicious white fish option. Pollock is an excellent and economical alternative to haddock or cod and shouldn't be overlooked!

How to Air Fry Basa Fillets

Learn How to Air Fry Basa Fillets with these easy step-by-step instructions. Lean white fish fillets like basa cook in the air fryer in mere minutes and are incredibly versatile as well as generally being pretty economical too.

Air Fried Whole Fish

Cooking whole fish on the bone is a really tasty and impressive looking way to cook and present a fish dish. It makes overcooking it just that little bit harder too.

But you do need to take into account the size of the fish vs the size of your air fryer. So do keep that in mind when shopping and planning. You can always plan to cook a fish without the head and inedible tail end to save on space like I did with my whole plaice.

Or try tiny whitebait and you can fit loads in!

How to Air Fry Whole Plaice

Flat fish are brilliant to cook on the bone for extra flavour and to keep the fillets beautifully moist. This guide for How to Air Fry Whole Plaice tells you everything you need to know to cook this delicate white fish from fresh or frozen in the air fryer.

How to Air Fry Whitebait

These simple instructions for How to Air Fry Whitebait will give you crunchy and crispy fry fish with all the joy of deep frying and none of the fuss. With just a dusting of flour but no breadcrumbs or batter, they simply need a squeeze of lemon to serve.

Air Fried Shellfish

I’m a huge shellfish fan but it cooks so quickly, it can be quite easy to over-cook in the air fryer. Especially if you are looking to brown the surface and add colour.

But I’ve got a few tips and tricks up my sleeve to help you avoid this and really maximise the flavour of the shellfish whilst making sure it is cooked to perfection.

How to Air Fry Scallops

This guide will show you How to Air Fry Scallops effortlessly. Large king scallops are cooked to juicy perfection without their shells for maximum flavour and ease. I'll tell you all the tips and tricks to make delicious air fryer scallops including how to cook them straight from frozen.

How to Air Fry King Prawns (Raw-Peeled)

Discover my handy guide and tips for How to Air Fry King Prawns to perfection. Keeping things nice and simple, I show you how to prepare raw peeled prawns ready to air fry and how to get the best caramelisation without overcooking them.

So now tell me what you favourite air fried fish and shellfish recipes are!

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