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Easy & Simple Air Fryer Fish Tikka Recipe (Healthy, Juicy & Crispy)

This easy and simple Air Fryer Fish Tikka is a healthy, oil-light recipe that is perfect for beginners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g boneless fish pieces
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
  • ½ tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp coriander powder
  • ¼ tsp red chilli powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper powder
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ¼ tsp fish masala powder optional
  • Fresh coriander leaves chopped
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 tbsp oil

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix all the spices well.
  2. Add fish pieces, coriander leaves, and lemon juice.
  3. Mix gently so the fish does not break.
  4. Add oil and mix lightly.
  5. Marinate for 15–20 minutes.
  6. Preheat air fryer at 180°C for 5 minutes.
  7. Grease the air fryer tray and place fish pieces with some gap.
  8. Brush or spray little oil on top.
  9. Air fry at 185°C for 15 minutes.
  10. Flip the fish after 10 minutes for even cooking.
  11. Serve hot with chutney or lemon wedges.

Notes

Mix the fish gently as it is very soft.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
Cooking time may vary slightly depending on fish thickness.