This air fryer cod is a quick, crispy fish dinner with Old Bay seasoning and panko. Serve it with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, and coleslaw.
A QUICK NOTE
The flour and panko amounts are approximate because I usually eyeball the dredging bowls. Add more as needed. I tripled the fish for our family; the amounts below start with 1 pound.
CHILL & AIR FRY TIME
10 minutes to chill, then about 10–12 minutes in the air fryer per batch
INGREDIENTS
1 pound cod, cut into 4 strips
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
About ½ cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
1 large egg, beaten
Up to 2 cups panko breadcrumbs, for dredging
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Lemon wedges and tartar sauce, for serving
DIRECTIONS
1. Pat the cod dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Place the flour, beaten egg, and panko in three shallow bowls. Mix the Old Bay into the panko. Coat each piece of fish in flour, then egg, then panko, pressing gently to help it adhere.
3. Refrigerate the breaded fish for 10 minutes. Add more panko to any bare spots afterward.
4. Place the fish in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches as needed. Air fry at 400°F for about 10–12 minutes, gently flipping halfway through, until golden and the thickest part reaches 145°F and flakes easily.
5. Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce. Coleslaw makes an easy side.
