Description
This Air Fryer Tilapia recipe features tender, flaky fish seasoned with a flavorful Cajun garlic butter sauce. Easy and quick to prepare, it uses the air fryer for a perfectly cooked, healthy meal with a delicious Cajun twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 1 pound tilapia fillets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Season the Fish: Pat the tilapia fillets dry and season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and Cajun seasoning until fully combined.
- Coat the Fish: Spread the Cajun garlic butter sauce evenly over both sides of the seasoned tilapia fillets, ensuring each piece is well coated for maximum flavor.
- Preheat and Place in Air Fryer: Place the fish fillets in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap for even cooking.
- Cook the Tilapia: Air fry at 290°F (approximately 145°C) for 5 minutes. Carefully flip the fillets and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- You can adjust the Cajun seasoning amount based on your spice preference.
- Tilapia cooks quickly; keep an eye on the fish to prevent overcooking and dryness.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the garlic butter sauce.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Keywords: Tilapia, Air Fryer, Cajun, Garlic Butter, Easy Fish Recipe, Healthy Dinner
