Air Fryer Fish and Chips with Pickle Aioli

Air Fryer Fish and Chips with Pickle Aioli

Looking for a healthier twist on a British classic? Make this delicious air fryer fish and chips with a tasty pickle aioli. The light, crispy coated fish is flaky and delicious; perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner! 

This recipe is quick and easy to make in one of our Hamilton Beach Air Fryers!

Prep Time Cook Time Total Time Servings
10 mins 15 mins 25 mins 2

Ingredients

Pickle Aioli: 

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise 
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped dill pickle 
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice 
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill 
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice 
  • Pinch cayenne pepper 

Fish: 

  • 300g firm white fish fillets, such as cod, cut into 150g portions 
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 
  • 1 teaspoon salt 
  • 1 teaspoon paprika 
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper 
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed 
  • 1 large egg, beaten 
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs 
  • Nonstick cooking spray 
  • 2 lemon wedges 

Method:

Pickle Aioli: 
In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until ready serve. 

For Fish: 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, paprika, black pepper, and celery seed. Place flour mixture on a plate. Place egg in a medium bowl. Place panko on a separate plate. 
  2. Dredge each fish portion in flour mixture, coating all sides. Dip into egg to coat. Dredge in panko mixture to evenly coat all sides. Spray lightly on top and bottom with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside on a clean plate. 
  3. Preheat toaster oven on Air Fry to 200°C. Cut a small piece of foil to place under each piece of fish. Place fish on one side of air fry basket. Place French fries on opposite side of air fry basket. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes. Flip fish, stir fries, and continue cooking for 6 to 8 minutes or until fish is flaky and fries are crispy. 
  4. Serve immediately with Dill Pickle Aioli and lemon wedges. 
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