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Crispy Air Fryer Tilapia: A Quick and Tasty Recipe!

A quick and tasty recipe for crispy tilapia cooked in an air fryer, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip each tilapia fillet in the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  5. Place the coated tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  • For extra crispiness, you can double coat the fillets.
  • Serve with a side of vegetables or salad for a complete meal.

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