Air Fryer Fish & Asparagus with Lemon Butter

15 mins
Serves 3
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
  2. 2Pat fish dry.
  3. 3Season fish both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
  4. 4Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. 5Place asparagus in the air fryer basket (bottom layer).
  6. 6Lay the fish fillets on top or beside the asparagus.
  7. 7Air fry for 8–12 minutes, depending on thickness.
  8. 8Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and zest for the sauce.
  9. 9Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over fish and asparagus right after cooking.
  10. 10Plate the fish over the asparagus.
  11. 11Spoon extra lemon butter on top.
  12. 12Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon slices, if desired.

Ingredients

  • 2 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Juice of lemon
  • 1 lemon zest
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano or parsley
  • chili flakes

Equipment

air fryer

Tips

  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.
  • Fish should flake easily with a fork when done.
  • Asparagus should be tender with slightly crispy tips.
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