Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Fish and Chips

Many people now prefer air fryer fish and chips because it combines the traditional characteristics of this well-loved dish with a healthier cooking technique. We’ll show you how to use an air fryer to make golden fries and flawlessly crispy fish in this in-depth instruction.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 cup sparkling water

Directions

• Combining the Dry Ingredients: Put the flour, baking powder, paprika, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder in a big basin.
• Including the Water: Whisk in the sparkling water a little at a time until the batter is lump-free and smooth.
• Breading the Fish: Coat each seasoned fish fillet with panko breadcrumbs by dipping it into the batter and carefully pushing it to ensure the crumbs stick.

Using the Air Fryer to Cook the Fish

Heating up and setting up

• Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer’s temperature for approximately five minutes at 400°F (200°C).
• Arrange the Fish: Line the air fryer basket with a single layer of the breaded fish fillets. To ensure consistent cooking, make sure they are not touching.

Method of Cooking

• First Cooking: Air fried the fish for 10 to 12 minutes at 400°F (200°C), rotating it halfway through. The fish should be crispy and golden brown.
• Verifying Doneness: Make sure the fish’s internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) by using a meat thermometer.

Getting the Chips (Fries) Ready

Ingredients

• Four big russet potatoes
• Two teaspoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Cutting the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized strips.
• Soaking: Soak the potato strips in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This makes fries crispier by removing extra starch.
• Drying: Use paper towels to pat the potatoes dry after draining.
• Seasoning: Add salt, pepper, and olive oil to the potato strips.

Making the Chips

• The air fryer should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
• Arrange the Chips: Lay down the potato strips in a single layer within the air fryer basket.
• Cooking: To ensure even cooking, shake the basket halfway through the 15 to 20 minutes that the chips are air-fried. The fries have to be crispy and golden.

Serving Recommendations

• Serve the crispy fish and chips right away with your preferred ketchup, malt vinegar, or tartar sauce as dipping sauces. Think about serving a simple green salad or coleslaw on the side for a full dinner.