Air-Fryer Flounder: The Perfect Timing For A Delicious Dish

Air fryer flounder is a quick and easy dish to make, with most recipes taking under 30 minutes to cook. The fish is seasoned and cooked in the air fryer at a high temperature for a short amount of time, with some recipes suggesting cooking times of 7 to 10 minutes, and others suggesting 15 to 20 minutes.

Seasoning the flounder

To season the flounder, start by cleaning the fish fillets. Season with salt (only if you're not using capers, otherwise it will be too salty), black pepper, garlic and onion powder. You can also add paprika and oregano. If you're using breaded flounder, spray it lightly with avocado oil. Lay sliced lemon in the basket and place the seasoned flounder fillets on top. You can also add capers and butter, if you like.

Cooking temperature

The cooking temperature for flounder in an air fryer depends on the thickness of the fillets and whether they are breaded or not. For unbreaded flounder, the air fryer should be set to 360-375°F for 7-10 minutes. For thicker fillets, the cooking time may need to be extended. To check if the fish is cooked, use a meat thermometer to ensure the centre of the fillet is at least 145°F.

For breaded flounder, the air fryer should be set to 400°F for 15-20 minutes. It is recommended to turn the fillets over halfway through cooking, but be careful as the fish may break up if flipped while the air fryer is hot.

Cooking time

The cooking time for flounder in an air fryer depends on the thickness of the fillets, the temperature of the air fryer, and whether the flounder has been breaded.

If the flounder has been breaded, it should be cooked at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes. You should try to turn the fillets over halfway through, and you may want to run the air fryer for 7-10 minutes, turn it off, and then wait before flipping to avoid breaking up the fish.

If the flounder is unbreaded, it should be cooked at 375 degrees for 7 minutes, or at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Thicker fillets may require a longer cooking time. You can check the doneness of the flounder by using a meat thermometer to ensure the centre of the fillet is at least 145 degrees. If the flounder is not cooked all the way through, you can cook it for another 5 minutes.

Overall, the cooking time for flounder in an air fryer is typically under 30 minutes, and sometimes as quick as under 10 minutes.

How to check if the flounder is cooked

To check if your flounder is cooked, you can use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature is at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit in the centre of the fillet. If it is not, return the fish to the air fryer for another 5 minutes. You can also check if the fish is cooked by flaking it with a fork – if it flakes easily, it is done.

To cook flounder in an air fryer, first prep the basket with a non-stick spray to prevent the fish from sticking. Then, lay out your fillets and top with seasonings. You can use salt, black pepper, garlic and onion powder, paprika and oregano. If your fillets are breaded, spray them lightly with oil. Place the flounder in the air fryer and cook at between 360 and 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 7 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. Thicker fillets may require a longer cooking time. If you are cooking breaded flounder, you may want to turn it over halfway through cooking.

What to serve with flounder

Flounder is a delicate and flavourful fish that can be cooked in an air fryer in under 30 minutes. If you're cooking breaded flounder, you'll need to air fry it at 400 degrees for around 15-20 minutes. For unbreaded flounder, spray the air fryer basket with oil, lay sliced lemon in the basket, place the seasoned fillets on top, and cook at 375 degrees for 7 minutes. Thicker fillets may require a longer cooking time.

Now, what to serve with flounder? Here are some ideas:

• Mashed sweet potatoes
• Quinoa
• Brown rice
• Vegetables
• Ratatouille
• Coleslaw
• Twice-baked potatoes
• Zucchini boats
• Caesar salad
• Tater tots
• Lemon butter asparagus
• French fries
• Corn on the cob
• Roasted root vegetables
• Fried green tomatoes
• Avocado salsa
• Orzo pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, olives, feta, and a lemon vinaigrette
• Mango salsa with avocado, red onions, cilantro, and lime juice
• Quinoa salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell peppers
• Spinach sautéed with garlic and toasted pine nuts

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