Air-Fryer Fish & Chips

25th July 2024 

Preparation time: 10 minutes 

Cook time: 10-15 minutes 

Serves: 2 

Ingredients: 

• 60g cornflour
• 2 white fish fillets, such as cod or haddock
• 1 tsp smoked paprika 
• ½ tsp dried mixed herbs
• 3 medium potatoes 
• 6-8 tbsp vegetable oil
• mushy peas or tarte sauce to serve (optional) 

Method: 

Step 1: Mix the cornflour, paprika, and mixed herbs with 1 tsp of salt and ¼ tsp of freshly ground black pepper, then spread the mixture out on a large dinner plate. Coat the fish fillets in the flour mixture on both sides. The fish fillets are now ready to be fried. 

Step 2: Cut the potatoes into 1cm-thick chips using a large, sharp knife. You can leave the skin on or peel them, according to your preference.

Step 3: Place the chips in a large mixing bowl, then add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Toss until the chips are well coated. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C and cook the chips for approximately 18-22 minutes, turning halfway through (or shaking the air fryer basket) until they are crisp and cooked. Keep the chips warm while you cook the fish, or cook the fish in a second air fryer basket if you have one.

Step 4: Spread 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil on a large dinner plate and dredge the coated fish in the oil to cover it. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C and cook the fish for 8-10 minutes (depending on the size of your fillets), carefully turning halfway through. Serve with either mushy peas or tarte sauce, if desired. 

Recipe by bbcgoodfood.