⚡ Crispy Air Fryer Cod (ALDI Cod Recipe)

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Here’s the Full Crispy Air Fryer Cod Recipe 🐟 — golden, flaky, and perfectly seasoned!

⚡ Crispy Air Fryer Cod (ALDI Cod Recipe)

Ingredients:

2 cod fillets (fresh or thawed)

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 large egg, beaten

1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)

Olive oil spray (or light cooking spray)

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Cod:
    Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel — removing moisture helps the coating stick and keeps it crispy.
  2. Set Up Breading Stations:

Bowl 1: Mix flour, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Bowl 2: Beat the egg.

Bowl 3: Pour breadcrumbs.

  1. Coat the Fish:

Dredge each cod fillet in the flour mixture, coating all sides. Shake off any excess.

Dip into the beaten egg, letting any extra drip off.

Finally, coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently so they stick well.

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer:
    Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  2. Air Fry the Cod:

Lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.

Place the cod fillets in the basket in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).

Spray the tops of the fillets lightly with olive oil for crispness.

Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Cod is done when golden brown and flakes easily with a fork (internal temp 145°F / 63°C).

  1. Serve:
    Remove carefully and serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or homemade coleslaw.

🌟 Tips for Best Results:

Use Panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.

Don’t overcrowd the air fryer — cook in batches if needed.

For extra flavor, add garlic powder or cayenne pepper to the flour mix.

🍋 Serving Ideas:

Serve over a bed of fries for an Air Fryer Fish & Chips style meal.

Pair with a side of steamed veggies or rice.

Great with tartar sauce, garlic aioli, or spicy mayo.

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