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Red Snapper Air Fryer Recipe

A flavor-packed dish featuring flaky red snapper cooked to perfection in an air fryer, offering a healthy and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 individual
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 red snapper fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon sliced

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cooking spray or oil brush
  • Fish spatula

Method
 

  1. Start by rinsing the red snapper fillets under cold water.
  2. Gently pat the fillets dry with paper towels.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Brush the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the fillets.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
  6. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place the fillets skin-side down in a single layer.
  7. Cook the fish for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the skin is golden brown.
  8. Carefully remove the fillets using a fish spatula and serve immediately with lemon slices.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the fillets in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.