Perch Fillets
Seafood·beginner

Perch Fillets

Yield
Prep
Total
2 to 4 fillets
5m
12m
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Air frying perch fillets is a fast way to cook this delicate, flaky fish. A simple spray of oil and your favorite seasoning is all you need. This page includes ingredients, instructions, and timing details.

Ingredients

  • 2 to 4 perch fillets
  • Oil spray
  • Salt, pepper, and your seasoning of choice
Season it upPairs with Lemon Dill, Old Bay Classic, or Simple Salt & PepperSee all seasonings →

Steps

  1. 01Pat the fillets dry.
  2. 02Spray lightly with oil and season.
  3. 03Ready for the air fryer. These are thin fillets and cook fast.
Perch is a freshwater fish with a mild, sweet flavor and delicate texture. The fillets are thin, so they cook in roughly half the time of thicker fish like salmon or halibut. Check them 2 minutes before the food page suggests. Overcooked perch is dry and papery. Perfectly cooked perch is moist and flakes into clean, white layers.
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How to Air Fry It

Temp
Cook
Prep
Flip?
380°F
7m
5m
No
  1. 01Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. 02Pat the perch fillets dry and lightly spray with oil.
  3. 03Season evenly on both sides.
  4. 04Arrange in a single layer in the basket without overlapping.
  5. 05Cook for 7 minutes until golden and flaky.
  6. 06Serve hot with tartar sauce, lemon-dill aioli, or malt vinegar.

Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.

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Season it up

Pairs well

Meal Prep

Stores 2 days refrigerated. Reheat at 275°F (135°C) for 3-4 minutes. Very thin; overheating destroys the texture.

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