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Air Fryer Cod with Lemon on a plate

Air Fryer · Easy

Air Fryer Cod with Lemon

Air fryer cod is flaky, mild, and ready in under 15 minutes with a light lemony seasoning that lets the fish shine, no breading required.

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5Prep min
10Cook min
15Total min

What you'll need

  • 4cod fillets
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 1lemon, sliced plus juice of half
  • 1/2 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoondried thyme
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Let's cook

  1. 1Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. 2Pat the cod dry and brush with olive oil and lemon juice.
  3. 3Season both sides with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. 4Place in the basket in a single layer, topping with lemon slices.
  5. 5Air fry for 8-10 minutes, until the cod flakes easily and reaches 145°F (63°C).
  6. 6Serve immediately.

Make it yours

  • Top with a caper butter sauce after cooking.
  • Add a light dusting of parmesan before air frying.
  • Use frozen cod, adding about 4-5 extra minutes.

Good with

  • Steamed green beans or asparagus
  • Rice pilaf
  • A light citrus salad

Frequently asked questions

Good questions, answered.

Do I need to flip the cod?

It's not necessary since cod is thin and cooks through, but you can flip halfway for even browning.

Can I use frozen cod fillets?

Yes, cook from frozen and add roughly 4-5 minutes, checking for doneness.

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