Fish & Seafood

Fish and shellfish cook fast

Fish and shrimp suit the air fryer because they need only a few minutes of high heat. Salmon fillets cook at 400 °F in about 8 to 10 minutes, and cod is similar. Shrimp takes even less, so watch it closely: it turns from tender to rubbery in a minute or two.

Fresh, frozen and breaded

If you keep seafood in the freezer, frozen salmon and frozen fish fillets cook straight from the freezer with no thawing. Fish sticks come out crisp without extra oil. For something different, salmon bites and salmon patties make quick weeknight meals.

Fish is done at 145 °F, or when it flakes easily with a fork. Pat fillets dry, brush them lightly with oil, and use a perforated liner or a lightly oiled basket so the skin does not stick. For other seafood and frozen items, check the air fryer cooking times chart.