Are you craving a light, tasty main course that can be prepared in no time?
The potato-crusted fish fillets cooked in an air fryer is the perfect recipe for you! 😍
A light, crispy main course ready in 30 minutes. The potatoes become crispy and golden like in a fry-up, but without excess oil, while the fish remains tender and juicy inside: a truly irresistible balance of flavors and textures.
It’s a perfect dish for those who love to eat healthy without sacrificing taste, ideal for a light yet delicious dinner, or to surprise your guests with something simple yet refined at the same time.
With just a few ingredients and the convenience of the air fryer, you’ll prepare a fish fillet in no time that captivates at the first bite.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 2 fillets Perch fish (or cod, hake, sea bream)
- 2 potatoes (medium)
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper (optional)
- 4 slices lemon
- to taste parsley (or thyme)
Method
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin slices (about 0.08 in).
Soak them for 5 minutes in cold water to remove the starch, then dry them well with kitchen paper: it’s the trick for a super crispy crust.
Place the potatoes in a bowl and season with oil, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs.
Rinse the fish fillets and dry them well with paper towels. Place the potato slices in the air fryer basket. Lay the fish fillets on the potatoes and season with a drizzle of oil and a bit of salt. Arrange the potato slices on top of the fish fillets, slightly overlapping them.
Sprinkle with breadcrumbs, a pinch of salt, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Cook the potato-crusted fish fillets at 375°F for 15-18 minutes, until the potatoes are golden and crispy.
Each model may vary slightly: check halfway through cooking and adjust the time if necessary.
Place the fish fillets on a plate, add some fresh lemon slices, and a sprig of aromatic herbs.
Serve immediately, accompanied by a fresh salad or grilled vegetables.
If you try it, let me know how it went in the comments below 💬
I’d love to read your impressions and maybe discover your variations!
And if you want, share your photo on Instagram tagging @lefragrantidelizie: I love seeing your creations 💛
Silvana’s Tips
When I prepare the potato-crusted fish fillet, I choose yellow-fleshed potatoes: they stay firm and brown better.
I always add a pinch of lemon zest and a drizzle of good oil before cooking: the aroma it releases is irresistible!
If you want an even crispier result, let the sliced potatoes rest in cold water for a few minutes and dry them thoroughly before using.
You’ll see how delicious it is!
Variations
You can also cook the fillets in a fan oven at 390°F for 25 minutes: the result will be just as golden and tasty!
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