Baked breaded cuttlefish or air-fried, crispy and very tender. Today I want to tell you how I prepared very tender fresh breaded cuttlefish in the air fryer. I simply coated the cuttlefish cut into pieces with a breading and then cooked it in the convection oven. The cuttlefish were crispy on the outside and very tender inside, very simple to prepare and delicious. A tasty and flavorful fish-based main course that you can prepare in a few minutes, the only difficulty is cleaning the cuttlefish, but I explain how to do it or have your trusted fishmonger help you. Don’t miss my Stuffed Calamari recipe. Let’s go to the kitchen and prepare the Baked Cuttlefish together
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: For 4 people
- Cooking methods: Air Frying, Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for Air-Fried Breaded Cuttlefish
- 1.5 lbs cuttlefish
- as needed extra virgin olive oil
- as needed salt
- 1 sprig parsley
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 pinch pepper
How to prepare Baked Cuttlefish
If you buy fresh cuttlefish which still need cleaning, don’t worry, the task is not complex: just remove the eyes, peel the head, and carefully remove both the internal bone and the ink sac. This requires a bit of attention to avoid breaking the sac.
Cut the cuttlefish into strips and let them dry on paper towels. Transfer the cuttlefish into a bowl and add 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Mix with 2 tablespoons to coat the cuttlefish well. This step will ensure that the breading sticks to the cuttlefish.
Mix the breadcrumbs with finely chopped parsley, minced garlic clove, and a pinch of pepper in a bowl. Pour the prepared breading over the cuttlefish and mix with 2 tablespoons to help it adhere. Transfer the cuttlefish to a baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer without overlapping too much.
Oil the cuttlefish and let them cook in the air fryer at 390°F for 16-18 minutes or in a preheated static oven at the same temperature for 20 minutes. I recommend checking the cooking because the times depend on the size of the cuttlefish.
See you tomorrow with a new recipe, a hug, Loredana
Loredana’s Tips
For a tastier breading, you can add capers and/or chopped anchovies to the breadcrumbs.
Also check out the recipe for Sea Bass in Crazy Water
Your Questions
Can I use whole baby cuttlefish for this recipe?
Yes, of course, extend the cooking time.
