This air fryer tilapia recipe is one of the best tilapia recipes you'll ever try. It combines tender, flaky tilapia filets with garlic butter and an array of cajun seasonings to create a dish that's to die for. And, best of all, this simple and easy tilapia recipe takes just 15 minutes to make!
Author:The Diet Chef
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:9 minutes
Total Time:14 minutes
Yield:2 servings
Category:Dinner
Method:Air Fryer
Cuisine:Keto Low Carb
Ingredients
1/2 lb. tilapia fillets, preferably fresh2 tbsp butter, melted1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp garlic pasteSalt and pepper, to taste1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoningFresh lemon, for garnishChopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Season the tilapia with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, whisk together butter, olive oil, garlic paste, and Cajun seasoning.
Brush the tilapia with the prepared mixture.
Place the tilapia in an air-fryer basket. If your fillets are large, cut them in half.
Cook the tilapia at 300°F for 5 minutes. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 minutes.
Serve tilapia warm, garnished with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley.