Air Fryer Panko Crusted Catfish
Air Fryer Panko Crusted Catfish
Enjoy a crispy, golden crust on your catfish with this easy air fryer recipe, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 catfish fillets
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Breading Stations: Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Catfish: Dredge each fillet in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat with the panko mixture.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F and preheat for 5 minutes.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place fillets in a single layer.
- Cook the Catfish: Air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is cooked and the crust is golden brown.
- Serve: Serve hot with lemon wedges for a zesty finish.
Tips
- Ensure fillets are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even airflow.
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the coated fillets with cooking spray before air frying.