Explore fish fillets, shrimp, mussels, octopus and fish cakes cooked with an air fryer. These recipes use different cuts and preparation steps, so choose the dish before shopping rather than swapping seafood one-for-one.
1. Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Shrimp
Lemon and garlic season shrimp cooked in the air fryer. Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
2. Air Fryer Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
Salmon fillets are brushed with a homemade soy, mirin, ginger and garlic glaze partway through air frying. Prepare the glaze separately in a saucepan, then cook the glazed fish to the thermometer endpoint specified in the recipe.
3. Air Fryer Herbed Lemon Garlic Cod Fillets
Herbs, lemon and garlic season cod fillets. Place the marinated cod fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them for even cooking.
4. Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Catfish Nuggets
Catfish pieces are coated with lemon-pepper seasoning. Dip the floured nugget into the beaten eggs, then dredge thoroughly in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
5. Air Fryer Crispy Mediterranean Grilled Octopus
Cooked octopus is finished in the air fryer for browned edges. Arrange the marinated octopus pieces in a single layer in your air fryer basket.
6. Air Fryer Coconut Curry Mussels
Mussels are paired with a coconut-curry sauce. Pour the warm coconut curry sauce evenly over the mussels to coat them gently.
7. Air Fryer Crispy Breaded Cod Cakes with Lemon-Dill Aioli
Breaded cod cakes are served with lemon-dill aioli. Arrange cod cakes in a single layer in the air fryer basket; brush tops lightly with olive oil.
8. Air Fryer Cajun Blackened Catfish
Cajun seasoning forms a dark spiced crust on catfish. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and ground cumin to make the Cajun blackening spice blend.
9. Air Fryer Lemon Herb Salmon Cakes with Avocado Aioli
Salmon cakes are flavored with lemon and herbs and served with avocado aioli. Mix thoroughly until combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
10. Air Fryer Lemon Basil Grilled Swordfish Steaks
Lemon and basil season swordfish steaks. Place the swordfish steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them.
11. Air Fryer Arctic Char with Lemon and Dill
Skin-on Arctic char fillets seasoned with lemon zest, dill, garlic and smoked paprika, then cooked in the air fryer.
Choose what to make
Choose fillets for a plated main, shrimp or catfish nuggets for smaller pieces, or fish cakes when you want shaped portions with a dip. The octopus and mussel recipes have preparation steps distinct from raw fish fillets.
Before you start
Read the full ingredient list and method before shopping. Check the specified equipment and any precooking, marinating, chilling or cooling stages; use the individual recipe’s quantities and storage guidance.
