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Air-Fried Crunchy Cod Fillets

Air-Fried Crunchy Cod Fillets deliver a light, shattering crust with tender, flaky fish inside. A polenta-and-flour coating seasoned with Old Bay, garlic, and paprika gives balanced spice and a classic fish-fry vibe without deep frying. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual fish sandwich night with lemon wedges and slaw.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Air-Fried Crunchy Cod Fillets
  1. 1

    Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F (195 degrees C). Coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Pat the cod dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    In a shallow dish, mix the polenta, flour, seafood seasoning, garlic salt, onion powder, pepper, and paprika. Press the cod pieces into the polenta mixture to coat evenly.

  3. 3

    Place the coated cod in the prepared air fryer basket with space between pieces to allow air circulation. Spray the tops with cooking spray.

  4. 4

    Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 minutes. Flip each piece and mist with cooking spray. Cook for 4 minutes more.