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    Home » Air Fryer Dinner Recipes

    Published: May 12, 2023 by Chichi. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our full disclosure here.

    Air fryer Seafood recipes

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    Air fryer seafood recipes! From fish to shrimps, lobsters and crabs! You’ll love how yummy these recipes are.

    Today’s round up post puts our absolutely favorite seafood recipes all in one place! How cool is that. Since we love bacon wrapped foods, you’ll find some shrimps or scallops wrapped in bacon in here so stay tuned.


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    Table of Contents

    • What is Seafood?
    • These Air fryer Seafood recipes are
    • 15 seafood recipes you can’t resist!
    • 5. Air fryer salmon
    • 6. Air fryer Fish and Chips
    • 7. Air fryer frozen salmon
    • 8. Air fryer Cajun shrimp
    • 9. Air fryer bacon wrapped shrimp
    • 10. Air fryer jerk shrimp
    • 11. Air fryer frozen fish fillets
    • Sides for air fried seafood
    • How to store and reheat
    • Air frying Tips
    • FAQs
    • More air fryer round up recipes

    What is Seafood?

    Seafood refers to any sea creature that is edible and can be consumed by humans. These include fish such as salmon, halibut, trout, tuna and shellfish like shrimp, lobster, and crab. Some people also include seaweed and other aquatic plants in their definition of seafood.

    These Air fryer Seafood recipes are

    Quick easy to make! No need to turn on your oven.

    Tasty, packed full of flavor and healthy fats (l’m looking at you salmon!)

    Part of the Pescatarian diet and we’ve got these amazing Air fryer Pescatarian recipes you should try.

    Healthier since you use minimal oil

    Check out all our >>>Air fryer potato recipes, Air fryer brunch recipes too.

    15 seafood recipes you can’t resist!

    Since this is a round up post be sure to click through to get to the individual recipes. I promise you that if you’re a seafood lover, each click to a recipe would be worth it. Feel free to share your favorite with me.

    1. Air fryer Salmon bites

    Air Fryer Salmon bites
    If you haven’t tried salmon bites in the air fryer then you are in for a pleasant surprise cos these Air fryer salmon bites are packed full of flavor and super easy to make. They are crispy and delicious and perfect on a bed lettuce or served with a delicious bowl of rice and some garlic butter sauce for a quick weeknight dinner.
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    2. Air fryer Everything bagel Salmon

    Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon
    Air fryer everything but the bagel Salmon or everything bagel Salmon is an easy 2 ingredients fish recipe that’s perfect for midweek dinner. This air fryer salmon recipe gets ready in less than 15 minutes with little prep and minimal cleanup.
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    3. Air fryer Trout

    Air Fryer trout (no breading)
    Looking for a super easy heathy air fryer fish recipe besides Salmon? This Air fryer Trout recipe is one you need to try. It’s quick avd easy, flavorful and requires just 3 ingredients.
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    4. Air fryer Haddock

    Air Fryer Haddock
    Wondering if you could cook Haddock in the air fryer? This air fryer Haddock recipe with no breading is for you. This is an easy air fryer fish recipe that guarantees delicious flaky fish that's well cooked in less time with just a few pantry staples.
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    5. Air fryer salmon

    Air Fryer Salmon recipe
    Cooking Salmon in air fryer is easier than you think! With a few ingredients and less than 15 mins this air fryer salmon recipe is ready to be served with your favorite side dish for salmon.
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    6. Air fryer Fish and Chips

    Air fryer fish and chips
    Air fryer fish and chips dinner is a quick and easy recipe that you can whip up in your air fryer in less than 20 mins. No need for deep frying. Whether you are making the fish from scratch or cooking from frozen, this air fryer fish and chips recipes is a winner in my book.
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    7. Air fryer frozen salmon

    Air Fryer Frozen Salmon
    If you’ve ever wondered if you could cook frozen salmon in air fryer appliances, this Air fryer frozen salmon recipe is for you. It’s easy, tasty and gets ready in about 15 minutes. 
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    8. Air fryer Cajun shrimp

    Air fryer Cajun shrimp Recipe
    Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp is the perfect dinner recipe! A shrimp recipe with no breading that’s perfect for any diet. The next time you’re looking for a fast and easy shrimp weeknight meal, look no further than this!
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    9. Air fryer bacon wrapped shrimp

    Air fryer bacon wrapped shrimp recipe
    Grilled bacon wrapped shrimp! Raise up your hands if you love bacon and shrimp recipes. Well today is your lucky day cos this air fryer bacon wrapped shrimp is all shades of delicious. 
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    10. Air fryer jerk shrimp

    Air fryer shrimp Recipe (Jerk shrimp Recipe)
    Air fryer shrimp is one of our favorite seafood sides. This crowd pleasing appetizer can be enjoyed in a variety of ways using different seasoning options like jerk seasoning, Cajun or your favorite blend. Bacon wrapped shrimp, is another favorite here at Air fryer yum but today we will be making this delicious jerk shrimp recipe.
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    11. Air fryer frozen fish fillets

    Air fryer frozen fish fillets (Gorton’s haddock fillet)
    Air fryer frozen fish fillets are a convenient and easy way to prepare fish at home. They are pre-breaded or marinated, and can be cooked directly from frozen in an air fryer. 
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    12. Air fryer scallops

    Air Fryer Scallops with Garlic Herb Butter - Daily Yum
    With this air fryer scallops recipe, you can have a delicious and impressive meal on the table in just a few minutes.
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    Air Fryer Scallops with Garlic Herb Butter - Daily Yum

    13. Air fryer lobster tails

    Air Fryer Lobster Tails with Buttery Garlic Lemon Herb Sauce - Daily Yum
    This Air Fryer Lobster tails are a quick and tasty way to make restaurant-level lobster tails from the comfort of your own home.
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    Air Fryer Lobster Tails with Buttery Garlic Lemon Herb Sauce - Daily Yum

    14. Air fryer crab legs

    Air Fryer Crab Legs
    It’s so quick and easy to cook the most perfect crab legs in an air fryer! Ready to serve in less than 15 minutes, and seasoned with old bay.
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    Air Fryer Crab Legs

    Air fryer recommendations for seafood

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    • Cosori dual blaze air fryer you can get yours here for up to 20% off with code YUM while supplies last.
    • Cosori air fryer. I like that it comes in 3 colors, Black, Red and White (my favorite)
    • Instant vortex air fryer oven. You can get yours here.
    • Ninja Air fryer 5.5 qt
    • Ninja foodi Dual zone 10qt

    Air Fryer Yum’s Pro Tip! Air fryer temperatures may vary depending on size, make and model. When making a recipe for the first time, start with less time, check for doneness then add more time as needed.

    Sides for air fried seafood

    There are a variety of sides to serve with air fried fish. From veggies to fries. Below are some of our favorites.

    Air fryer vegetables

    Air fryer vegetables
    Air fryer vegetables is a delicious and easy marinated vegetables recipe made right in the air fryer. I love how quick and tasty this roasted vegetables recipe turns out. Whether you are making fresh or frozen vegetable medley, this kitchen appliance is your go to and if you love grilled veggies, give this a try and let’s catch up.
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    Air fryer Potato slices

    Air fryer Sliced potatoes (Air fryer Potato slices)
    Making sliced potatoes in air fryer is one of the best ways to cook this versatile gluten free vegetable. These herby Air fryer sliced potatoes are quick, easy and packed full of flavor.  
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    Air fryer frozen French fries

    Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
    If you haven’t tried Air fryer Frozen French fries just yet, I would urge you to grab a bag of frozen French fries the next time you go to the groceries and make this MacDonalds drive thru favorite in your air fryer in less time than you would need to wait in the queue. They come out very crispy and delicious every time.
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    Air fryer baby potatoes

    Air fryer baby potatoes (mini potatoes)
    When you’ve roasted some baby potatoes in the air fryer, you are definitely not doing it any other way. These air fryer baby potatoes are quick and easy to make. They are fluffy with crispy skin and irresistibly tasty. How does well seasoned sound? You’ll love how these air fried Mini or little potatoes turn out I promise.
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    Air fryer Ham fried rice

    Air fryer Fried Rice (Ham Fried Rice Recipe)
    Ham fried rice that’s made in the air fryer. This is an Incredibly delicious and flavorful family friendly dish. Making air fryer fried rice requires a few ingredients that’s tossed together with cold rice. This is one of the best ways to use up leftover white rice straight from the refrigerator.
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    Air fryer Fried rice

    Panda Express fried rice copy cat recipe in the air fryer
    Panda Express fried rice is one of our favorite side dishes from the popular Asian take out restaurant. Just like this air fryer ham fried rice, this recipe can be made in the air fryer and it comes out perfect every time. 
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    Air fryer Red potatoes

    Air fryer red potatoes (Red skin potatoes)
    Cooking red potatoes in air fryer appliances is the next best thing since sliced bread! These air fryer red potatoes are well seasoned, with crispy edges and fluffy interior, whether you cook red potatoes with onions or with green beans, this easy recipe makes for a great side dish to a variety of foods
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    Air fryer Cottage fries

    Air fryer cottage fries
    Air fryer cottage fries! A potato lovers dream that’s cooked to perfection in the air fryer. These well seasoned crispy cottage fries are as easy to make as this air fryer loaded baked potato rounds recipe. 
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    How to store and reheat

    Most seafoods can be made ahead and kept for up to 3 days in the refrigerator when stored properly. To store, ensure it cools down completely before storing in an air tight container.

    You can also freeze cooked fish or shrimp for up to a month without loss in taste.

    Reheating seafood in the air fryer is easy! Place fish in the air fryer basket and reheat at 350°F for 3 to 5 mins or until heated throughs. Reheat shrimp at same temperature for 2 to 4 mins or until heated through.

    Air frying Tips

    • No need to preheat the air fryer
    • Do not overcook the fish keep an eye on the food,
    • Flip food halfway through cooking time.

    FAQs

    Here you’ll find answers to common questions about this recipe. If your question isn’t answered, please leave us a comment below and we’ll gladly answer them.

    Can you cook seafood in air fryer?

    Yes you can cook seafood in the air fryer. The air fryer cooks fish and shell fish with so much ease. You’ll get tender flakey fish and juicy shrimp in less time than you would in the oven.

    You also don’t need to stand over the stove to make pan fried or deep fried fish. If you have an air fryer, don’t be scared to use it for seafood! It’s absolutely the best.

    How do you know when fish is done.

    You can know when fish is done by using a digital thermometer or by color or texture if the fish.

    If using a thermometer, the internal temperature should be at least 145°F / 63°C.

    If going by texture and color, cooked fish is firm, and flakes easily with a fork with a paler color than when fresh.

    How long to cook seafood in the air fryer?

    The length of time to cook seafood in the air fryer depends on what kind of seafood you are cooking and other factors such as size of the seafood, the temperature at which it is cooked, if the air fryer was preheated or not, the brand of air fryer used and the thickness of the fish (fillets or whole fish).

    Generally seafood cooked between 8 to 12 mins in an air fryer with no preheat. Best thing is to click each individual recipe on this article to get the exact cooking time for each.

    Tools used in most air fryer seafood recipes

    The links below may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate and affiliate to other merchants, this website may earn from qualifying purchases. Please read full disclosure here

    • Air fryer: Cosori air fryer. I like that it comes in 3 colors, Black, Red and White (my favorite)
    • Instant vortex air fryer oven. You can get yours here.
    • Mixing bowl
    • Perforated Parchment paper or perforated silicon Mat (optional)
    • Kitchen tongs (optional)
    • Digital instant read Meat thermometer
    • Heat resistant mat for your counter top
    • Meal prep bowls for storage and easy reheating

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    1. kmush says

      May 15, 2023 at 12:22 pm

      Looks good! You did not finish the section on reheating seafood! That is important to those of us who cook for one or two people!

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      • Chichi says

        May 19, 2023 at 7:04 am

        Hey KMush!

        Thank you for bringing it to my attention. It’s been updated. Hope you enjoy the recipes.

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