Air Fryer Trout

This Air fryer trout recipe is simply the best. The fish turns out tender and flaky inside, with crispy skin bursting with flavors. Cooking trout in air fryer no breading is simple, easy, and quick be it steelhead, or rainbow trout fillets. Let me show you how to make it.

Air Fryer Trout Recipe

This air fryer trout recipe is simple, healthy, and quick and is about to be one of your favorite air fryer fish recipes.

Cooking trout in air fryer ensures that it is perfectly cooked and tender inside with crispy skin all in a quick time of under 10 minutes.

Trout are freshwater fish that is high in Omega 3 fatty acids, Vitamin 12, Niacin, and a good source of protein. Trout is similar to salmon and they look and taste almost the same.

This air fried trout fish is made with a few pantry ingredients that are easily accessible and you most likely already have in your pantry.

By making steelhead or rainbow trout in air fryer with no breading, you get consistent results at all times. I have used rainbow trout fillets for this recipe but you can use any type of trout fillets, steaks, or whole trout.

You will love this Air fryer trout with skin that is packed full of flavor, with flaky inside and crispy skin. You can't go wrong with it.

This recipe is high in protein, rich in nutrients, low in calories, and healthy. Let me show you how to make it.

Related: air fryer mackerel, air fryer salmon with skin, air fryer frozen salmon

Ingredients

The detailed ingredient list, measurements, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post

Trout - I used rainbow trout fillets but you can use Steelhead or any type.

Paprika

Garlic granules

Onion granules

Parsley

Black pepper

Salt

Olive oil

How To Air Fry Trout Fish

Here's how to cook trout in air fryer:

Clean and pat dry with paper towels.

In a small bowl, add paprika, onion granules, garlic granules, parsley, black pepper, salt, and olive oil. Mix well till combined.

Brush the seasoning mix all over the trout fillets or steaks covering all the sides.

Arrange them in a single layer with the skin side down in the air fryer basket or tray leaving space between each fillet.

Set the air fryer to 400F/200C and air fry trout fish for 8-10 minutes or until cooked flaky inside with crispy skin.

Take out of the air fryer and serve.

Frozen Trout In Air Fryer

Cooking frozen trout in air fryer is easy and similar to how to cook it fresh. Follow the below instructions:

Add the paprika, onion granules, garlic granules, black pepper, parsley, salt, and olive oil in a small bowl. Mix till combined.

Rinse the Trout fillets under the tap to deglaze them.

Pat dry with kitchen towels and brush the seasoning mix all over them.

Arrange in the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry at 400C for 10-12 minutes.

How Long To Cook Trout In Air Fryer

This depends on the state of the Trout whether it's fresh or frozen, the size, and thickness, and if they are fillets, steaks, or whole trout. The air fryer type, wattage, and temperature are also factors that determine the cooking time.

The thicker the fish the longer it takes to cook. Fish fillets will cook quicker than steaks and whole Trout will take longer to cook than steaks and fillets. Another thing to note is frozen Trout will take longer to cook than cooking it fresh.

How long to cook Trout in the air fryer is 8-10 minutes at a temperature of 400F. If cooked at a lower temperature, it will take longer to cook. For example, cooking trout at 380F will take about 10-12 minutes.

I didn't preheat the air fryer for this recipe. If you preheat the air fryer, the fish might cook faster so check a couple of minutes before the end of the cooking time suggested.

Trout is cooked when the inside is pinkish, and tender and flakes easily when a fork is inserted. It will be firm to the touch and the skin crispy.

If checked with an instant thermometer the internal temperature at the thickest part should be at least 140F.

Note that Air fryers vary by brand and output which makes some hotter than others. If cooking a recipe for the first time, start with the lower and adjust accordingly.

What To Serve With

Trout is a versatile fish that can be served with many dishes including the below suggested:

Spicy pasta, spinach pasta, lemon pasta

Air fryer crispy potatoes, diced potatoes in air fryer, fried potatoes, roast potatoes, air fryer sweet potatoes.

Pan fried vegetables, Baked vegetables, Air fryer baby carrots

Spicy rice, Jollof rice, yellow rice

How To Store

Let it cool completely then transfer it to an airtight container. Label and store in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Reheating can be done in the air fryer, oven, or microwave.
To reheat in the air fryer- place the trout in the air fryer basket or tray, set the air fryer to 380F, and air fry for 4-5 minutes or until heated through.
To Reheat in the microwave- Place on a microwaveable plate and microwave at 30 seconds intervals till heated through.

Leftovers can be used in Salads, soups, bakes, pasta, and wraps.

Tips For Making Air Fried Trout

• Pat dry before seasoning.
• You can use any other seasoning of your choice.
• No need to preheat the air fryer for this recipe.
• Cook air fryer trout with skin side down in the air fryer basket or tray.
• No need to flip the fish in the air fryer.

FAQS

What temperature should trout be cooked to?
The internal temperature should reach 140-145F. It will be firm to the touch and flaky when a fork is inserted.

Do you need to flip fish in the air fryer?

You don't need to flip fish in the air fryer and I haven't done so for this recipe however if you prefer to flip, gently do so with a spatula so as to avoid the fish breaking apart. Cook with the skin side down.

Do you eat trout skin on or skin off?

You can eat both ways. If eating with skin, ensure the skin has been descaled and well cleaned. The skin contains nutrients that are beneficial to the body. When cooking in the air fryer, cook with the skin side down.

More Healthy Air Fryer Fish Recipes

Air fryer haddock
Air fryer mackerel
Frozen cod in air fryer
Air fryer sea bass
Air fryer tilapia 

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