Easy Air Fryer Panko Crusted Red Snapper
Description
Crispy Easy Air Fryer Panko Crusted Red Snapper with golden breadcrumb coating and tender, flaky fish. Quick, flavorful seafood dinner ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 red snapper fillets, about 6 ounces each
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the 4 red snapper fillets dry with paper towels. Dry fish = crispy coating.
- Place flour in one shallow bowl, beaten 2 large eggs in another, and ½ cup panko breadcrumbs mixed with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon paprika in a third bowl.
- Dredge each fillet in ½ cup all-purpose flour, dip into the beaten eggs, then press firmly into the seasoned panko. Ensure the coating sticks on all sides.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes. A hot basket helps the crust crisp up.
- Lightly spray the basket with olive oil. Place fillets in a single layer and spray the tops lightly with oil. Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the fish flakes easily (internal temperature 145°F).
- Serve immediately with Lemon wedges for maximum crunch and flavor.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 1026kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 191gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 426mgSodium: 1249mgPotassium: 3834mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1129IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 3mg