Air Fryer Halibut is great for when you want something quick, tasty and good for you. It’s crunchy on top and a flaky and moist fish.
This recipe is great for Easter gatherings or even a New Years Eve party. This air fried fish always comes out fabulous!
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About Pistachio Crusted Halibut Fillet
Halibut is a white fish that contains so many good vitamins and minerals your body needs. It also contains a high amount of protein as well as promotes a healthy heart! This air fryer halibut recipe is the perfect way to get in some of those much needed vitamins.
Why This Easy Halibut Recipe is a Keeper
We love this quick and easy recipe because it’s quick and easy to make and it’s good for you! Also, this fish should flake easily so cook time may vary depending on the thickness of fish. Use fresh or frozen halibut for this recipe.
- 20 Minute Meal: This delicious halibut filet recipe is ready in just 20 minutes!
- Easy Ingredients: You’ll probably have to go to the store for a few things but all of these are simple ingredients and are easy to find. Use frozen or fresh fish.
- Family Friendly: Everyone is going to love this healthy meal. Plus using tools like the air fryer, it makes it quick and easy.
- Great Leftovers: There’s so many things you could do with these halibut leftovers, like making halibut tacos! You will love this recipe in so many different ways. Serve air fryer halibut with Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes.
If you’re looking for more easy air fryer recipes like halibut in the air fryer, try these Air Fryer Turkey Breast, Air Fryer Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies and Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Variations and Substitutions for Air-Fried Halibut
There is nothing like air fryer fish for a quick and healthy meal option. There are lot of adjustments you can make for this flaky fish. Halibut for dinner is a real treat and halibut pairs well with so many things. It is a fish that is healthy and delicious.
- Panko Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs are great if you don’t want to make your own breading. Coat the halibut for a crispy exterior.
- Different Fish: Try tilapia, air fry salmon or any other type of fish.
- Salt & Pepper: Instead of using All Purpose Blend, you can use salt and pepper, paprika, garlic powder your favorite dry rub or whatever spices you and your family like for the Alaskan halibut.
Equipment Needed for the Air Fryer Halibut
- Air Fryer: There are so many sizes and kinds today. You can find the perfect one for your family. When you use this recipe there is no need to turn the fish because the air fryer cooks all around the fish making it crispy on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside.
How to Make Air Fryer Halibut Recipe
This delicious pistachio crusted fish comes together in just 3 easy steps!
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These are the basic steps for making Air Fryer Tender Halibut with Pistachio Crust. Refer to the full, printable recipe card at the bottom for detailed instructions.
STEP 1: Prep
First, preheat the air fryer. Then, in a shallow bowl mix together pistachios, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, house seasoning blend and olive oil until well combined.
STEP 2: Top
Next, pat the halibut dry with a paper towel. Then, apply the mustard and firmly press into crust mixture
STEP 3: Place in the Air Fryer and Cook the Halibut
Finally, line your air fryer basket or use cooking spray or olive oil spray to make it non-stick. Place the halibut in the basket and air fry at 350 with a cook time of 10-12 minutes. Halibut is done when it’s if fish flakes and the crust is a crispy golden brown.
Recipe FAQs For Air Fried Crispy Fish Recipe
Expert Tips for Making This Easy Air Fryer Halibut Recipe
- Thickness: Any fish shines with this cooking method but can depend on the thickness of the fish, therefore cooking time may vary. Cook flaky halibut to an internal temperature of 130-135.
- Double this Fresh Fish Recipe: Halibut is a great recipe for a crowd. Simply double the ingredients and split it into two batches. When cooking, place the halibut filets in the air fryer in a single layer.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheating will allow for the best and most even cooking of your flaky air fryer halibut.
- Reheating Halibut Fish in Air Fryer: This fish fillet can be defrosted overnight in the fridge. Reheat fried fish in the air fryer at 350 until warmed thoroughly.
- Alternate nut: Feel free to add pecans or walnuts in addition to or in replacement of the pistachios.
- Butter sauce: A garlic or lemon butter sauce would go great with this easy air fryer halibut recipe.
- Other Sauce: Other sauces you could try might be tartar sauce or a red sauce.
- Side dish: Make this recipe with your favorite rice, couscous or fries.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Fish Fillet
Air Fryer Halibut with Pistachio Crust
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Ingredients
- 6-8 Fish fillets, your favorite
- ½ cup Pistachios, crushed
- ⅓ cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- All Purpose Seasoning, to taste
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl mix together pistachios, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, all purpose seasoning, and olive oil until well combined
- Use a paper towel to pat the fish dry
- Brush on an even layer of dijon mustard on one side of the fish
- Firmly press coated side into crust mixture
- Place into air fryer basket that has been sprayed with nonstick spray
- Cook at 350 for 10-12 minutes until golden brown
Christina’s Notes
- This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into two batches.
- Preheat Air Fryer: This will allow for the best and most even cooking.
- Line: Parchment liners or sheets will make clean up a breeze for this dish.
- Variation tip: Feel free to add as many tips as you need in this section
- Thickness: Any fish shines with this cooking method but can vary in thickness, fish is done when it flakes easily, therefore the cook time may vary.
- Alternate nut: Feel free to add pecans or walnuts in addition to or in replacement of the pistachios.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
most excellent recipe! very simple to make but tastes like something special! served it with zoodles and little smashed potatoes!
A real gem — easy and delicious! A definite keeper and will certainly be making this again soon!
So good! This was seriously so delicious! Easy to make and my kids loved it.