This air fryer frozen fish skewers recipe is a treasure! We adore crispy fish sticks and learning how to prepare them from frozen
in the air fryer is extremely simple. They turn out crusty and incredibly delectable!
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Air Fryer Frozen Fish Sticks
There’s various factors which effect how the frozen fish sticks cook. They all vary in size, thickness, kind and heaviness of the breading so you’ll have to modify time. For optimum and even cooking, don’t overcrowd the basket. Fill simply an even single layer of fish fillets.
All air fryers are different and some cook more hotter than others. Once you cook your first batch, you’ll know more about what works for your type of air fryer and amount of food. These were tested on basket type air fryers. Read additional recipe notes below the recipe. Nutrition will vary from brand to brand and will depend on the kind of coating.
Ingredients
- 8 Frozen Breaded Fish Sticks
Instructions
- Place the frozen breaded fish sticks in the air fryer basket. Make sure they aren’t overlapping. No oil spray is needed.
- Air Fry at 400°F/205°C for 8 minutes. Flip the fish sticks over and then continue to cook at 400°F/205°C for another 2-4 minutes or until cooked through and the coating is crispy.
Notes
Air Frying Tips and Notes:
- No Oil Necessary. Cook Frozen – Do not thaw first.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Lay in a single layer.
- Recipe timing is based on a non-preheated air fryer. If cooking in multiple batches back to back, the following batches may cook a little quicker.
- Recipes were tested in 3.7 to 6 qt. air fryers. If using a larger air fryer, they might cook quicker so adjust cooking time.
- Remember to set a timer to flip/toss as directed in recipe.
Nutrition
- Calories: 230
- Sodium: 430
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 20
Ingredients:
- 1 large cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup flour (all-purpose or gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp melted butter (optional for extra richness)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Batter: In a bowl, combine flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring an even coating. Shake off excess.
- Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the coated cauliflower in a single layer in the basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
- Buffalo Sauce: Mix buffalo sauce and melted butter (if using). After cooking, toss the cauliflower in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with a side of ranch or blue cheese dip.
These crispy, tangy cauliflower bites are perfect for game days or as a fun snack. The air fryer ensures they get golden and crunchy without needing a lot of oil.
