Crispy Air Fryer Tilapia
A simple and delicious recipe for crispy air fryer tilapia that captures the essence of Filipino flavor. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
Marinade Ingredients
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce Adjust if your soy sauce is salty
- 1 tablespoon calamansi juice or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust if your soy sauce is salty
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- pinch sugar Optional for balance
Tilapia Preparation
- 4 fillets red tilapia Pat dry before preparation
- cornstarch or rice flour For coating
- cooking oil For spraying or brushing
Instructions
Marination
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, calamansi or lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and sugar to create a marinade.
- Add the tilapia fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Marinate for 15 to 25 minutes.
Preparation
- Pat the marinated fish dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Coat each fillet with a thin layer of cornstarch or rice flour.
- Spray or brush a little oil on the coated fillets.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer for about 3 minutes.
- Place the tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they have space between them.
- Cook at 380°F to 400°F for 10 to 14 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Ensure the fish flakes easily and is golden brown before removing it.
Notes
Serve with steamed rice, ensaladang talong, and a vinegar dip for an authentic meal. For best results, do not crowd the air fryer basket. Cooking in batches is recommended for maximum crispiness.