Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
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Air Fryer Fried Catfish is another hit for me with the Air Fryer. I had been dying to try out frying catfish in my Air Fryer. This weekend I had a reason to test it out. It is Labor Day Weekend and one of my close friends is in town for a visit. Summer holiday weekends usually involve COOKOUTS! My friend is a pescatarian. She only eats seafood and does not eat any other meat. Unfortunately for my friend, cookouts are usually filled with grilled chicken, beef, and pork.
There wasn’t going to be any grilled seafood at the cookout we were planning to attend. Being the good friend I am, I decided to whip up some fried catfish that we could bring to the cookout with us for her to eat.
Calories: 208 Fat: 9G Net Carbs: 8G Protein: 17G
Here is a link to the Air Fryer that I use.
I was amazed at the results of the Air Fryer! This fish turned out very crispy with an amazing crunch. Using the Air Fryer instead of deep-frying saves almost 400 calories and 45 grams of fat per serving. I also love that there is no stinky house after making these! I rarely fry foods in my home, and certainly not fish because the deep-fried smell lingers for DAYS! Thank you, Air Fryer!
I used trial and error to determine the cooking time. The fillets I prepared were very long. Because of the length, I opted to cook each fillet one at a time. Use your discretion here and do what works best for you.
I cooked the filets on 400 degrees for about 22 minutes total. Time will likely vary based on the Air Fryer brand you use and how crunchy you prefer your fish. At 10 minutes I flipped the fish. I then allowed them to cook for 10 more minutes, flipped them one last time, and cooked for 2 minutes.
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Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Fried Catfish is a quick and easy low-calorie, low-fat and low-carb recipe. This recipe is crispy and crunchy!
Ingredients
- 4 catfish fillets
- 1/4 cup seasoned fish fry I used Louisiana
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
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Preheat Air Fryer to 400 degrees.
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Rinse the catfish and pat dry.
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Pour the fish fry seasoning in a large Ziploc bag.
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Add the catfish to the bag, one at a time. Seal the bag and shake. Ensure the entire filet is coated with seasoning.
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Spray olive oil on the top of each filet.
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Place the filet in the Air Fryer basket. (Due to the size of my fillets, I cooked each one at a time). Close and cook for 10 minutes.
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Flip the fish. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
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Flip the fish.
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Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until desired crispness.
Recipe Notes
Use your judgment on if you will need more or less fish fry seasoning noted in the ingredients above. The amount you will need will vary based on the size of your fillets. Each fillet should be fully coated with seasoning, but not overly coated.
Cooking time will likely vary based on the Air Fryer brand you use and how crunchy you prefer your fish. At 10 minutes I flipped the fish. I then allowed them to cook for 10 more minutes, flipped them one last time, and cooked for 2 minutes.
September 5, 2017 @ 5:17 pm
We have a private pond we fish at with catfish and in always looking for new recipes. The air fryers have really caught my attention. I think I need to pick one up, this has settled it for me.
September 5, 2017 @ 5:30 pm
I’ve never eaten catfish before, is that crazy? This version looks incredibly crispy and moist, I just might have to try it!
September 5, 2017 @ 5:35 pm
I always wanted to try an air-fryer dinner recipe! I’ll be putting it on my Christmas list this year and can’t wait to try this!
September 5, 2017 @ 6:00 pm
I’ve been dying to get an Air Fryer! I love fried foods, but obviously understand that it’s unhealthy, so this is a great alternative! I wonder how it would work with Tofu.
September 5, 2017 @ 6:31 pm
I love to eat fish for protein but my husband throws a fit about the smell. I didn’t know that no smell was one of the perks of an air fryer! Thanks for a healthy solution.
September 5, 2017 @ 6:40 pm
This is a great alternative !I wonder how it would work with Tofu.
September 5, 2017 @ 6:58 pm
This looks so good! I really need to start making fish for dinner more often, my kids would love this!
September 5, 2017 @ 7:21 pm
I have never heard of an air fryer. Sounds much healthier than an oil based one. These look so good, though I have also never had catfish, I do love fish and would try these!
September 5, 2017 @ 7:53 pm
This fried catfish recipe looks really good. The pictures are making me so hungry!
September 5, 2017 @ 11:02 pm
I need this. Not only do I want an instant pot but I have been dreaming of an Air fryer for a year now. totally want one and totally want to eat this fish.
September 5, 2017 @ 11:51 pm
I love fish but have never tried catfish! And I have no idea why. This looks so yummy, I just have to try it now. My husband loves it so it’s even more of a reason to make this!
September 6, 2017 @ 12:33 am
I’m honestly afraid to fry things at home. My friend has started more than one fire doing it! An air fryer sounds like a great compromise though
September 6, 2017 @ 3:15 am
Never had catfish but these look really good! Will have to get out of my comfort zone and try them soon!
September 6, 2017 @ 7:13 am
I really need to get myself an air fryer! It’s going to do so much good especially since you’re no longer using oil to fry! I am loving this recipe too.
September 6, 2017 @ 6:57 pm
Nice recipe. Looks yummy I have not eaten catfish before. Seems tasteful
September 7, 2017 @ 6:31 am
I am on the lookout for an airfryer. Your blog seem to have many of the recipes and you make my resolve to buy one stronger.
September 8, 2017 @ 2:27 pm
I’ve never heard of air-fried anything. This is something I really should look into because, even though I fry (which is seldom) in olive oil, this is probably better for us!
September 9, 2017 @ 5:00 am
Looks so good and so much more healthier than the deep frying option. Great post!
September 10, 2017 @ 2:12 am
Wow! This fried catfish looks so delicious! I cant wait to try this. I love fish.
September 13, 2017 @ 12:34 pm
My in-laws would absolutely love this recipe! Passing this on!
xx,
Lacey