Air fryers are a healthy and convenient way to cook crispy, delicious fish fillets right at home. This easy swai fish recipe shows you how to make tender, flaky swai with just a few simple ingredients in your air fryer in under 10 minutes.
With a light olive oil brushing and simple seasoning, you’ll give the mild white fish fillets a flavorful crust and added crunch without needing to deep fry.
Follow the simple steps to cook juicy swai fillets in the air fryer that go perfectly with your choice of sauces or vegetable sides for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner.
💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
So Tatsy: Air frying makes the swai deliciously crispy on the outside while keeping the inside tender and flaky. The high heat of the air fryer gives you that fried texture without needing any oil.
Easy to Make: It’s a breeze to make! With only a few ingredients and 5 easy steps, you’ll have a gourmet meal on the table in under 10 minutes. No complicated techniques needed.
Affordable Recipe: Swai is a sustainable, affordable fish option that’s high in protein and low in fat. It has a delicate, mild flavor that even picky eaters will enjoy.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
For this swai in air fryer recipe you will need:
- 2 x 4oz ( 2x 115g) Swai Fish Filets
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Olive Oil
- Your Favorite Seasoning (I use blackened seasoning)
👨🍳 How To Make
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Step 1
Start by preheating your air fryer to 400F (200C). Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Step 2
Brush olive oil onto both sides of the fish fillets. Sprinkle blackened seasoning onto both sides of the fish.
Step 3
Place the fish fillets in the air fryer.
Step 4
Air fry for 4-5 minutes, then turn the fish over and air fry for 3-4 more minutes.
Step 5
Remove from the air fryer and serve with your favorite sauce or side dish. Enjoy this tasty air fryer swai fish!
💡Tips
1. Use an Egg Wash for Crispier Results
For a super crispy crust, consider brushing fillets with a thin layer of whisked egg white or whole egg before applying seasoning. The egg acts as an adhesive to help seasoned breadcrumbs and spices stick and form a crunchy coating.
Dip fillets in whisked egg, let any excess drip off, then transfer directly into seasoning to coat both sides before air frying. The egg wash seals in moisture and flavors.
2. Maximizing Flavor with Seasoning
The choice of seasoning can significantly influence the flavor of your dish. While blackened seasoning is a great option, don’t hesitate to experiment with other blends like Cajun, lemon pepper, or a mix of garlic powder, paprika, and dried herbs.
For an even coating, mix the seasoning with the olive oil to create a paste, ensuring the spices adhere better to the fish. This method also prevents the seasoning from burning in the air fryer.
3. Allow Swai to Rest Before Serving
As soon as swai comes out of the air fryer, the outer breading will be piping hot while the inside will still be warming up. Let fillets rest 3-5 minutes before serving to allow carryover cooking to finish and heat to evenly distribute.
Air Fryer Swai Fish
- 2 x 4oz Swai Fish Filets ( 2x 115g)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Olive Oil
- Your Favorite Seasoning
- Start by preheating your air fryer to 400F (200C). Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Brush olive oil onto both sides of the fish fillets. Sprinkle blackened seasoning onto both sides of the fish.
- Place the fish fillets in the air fryer.
- Air fry for 4-5 minutes, then turn the fish over and air fry for 3-4 more minutes.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve with your favorite sauce or side dish. Enjoy this tasty air fryer swai fish!
