Air Fryer Halibut Recipe

This air fryer halibut recipe is made with 4 simple ingredients in under 10 minutes. These fillets are perfect for topping salads, making tacos or even sandwiches. The first time I tried halibut was at a restaurant but it was deep fried and crispy. It was definitely delicious but I wanted to make my own healthier version at home with no breading and air frying them seemed like a good plan. The best part is, this recipe is low carb and keto friendly. For more easy meals made with fish, check out these 30+ air fried fish recipes and you’ll never run out of ideas.

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Ingredients

• Halibut Fillets – Fresh or frozen fillets work well for this air fryer halibut recipe.
• Fajita Seasoning – Coat the fish with fajita seasoning before air frying.
• Olive Oil – Drizzle olive oil over each fillet.
• Lemon Juice – Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish for serving.
• Fresh Parsley – Adds a little color and flavor but it is completely optional.

Season the fillets and drizzle with olive oil before transferring to the air fryer to cook.

How To Make Air Fryer Halibut

1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F for 5 minutes.
2. Pat dry each fillet with a paper towel.
3. Drizzle the fish with olive oil and season with fajita seasoning.
4. Spray the inside of the air fryer with a propellant free cooking spray.
5. Transfer the halibut fillets to the air fryer and cook at 350 degrees F for 6-7 minutes or until cooked through.
6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish and garnish with fresh parsley before serving if desired.

Recipe Notes

• Check for doneness by inserting a kitchen thermometer into the thickest part of the fish. The internal temperature should read between 130-135 degrees F.
• Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets and the type of air fryer you are using to cook.
• Each fillet used for this recipe was approximately 1/2 lb.