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Reheat Fried Fish. Let me show you how to reheat fried fish in the air fryer. Your fish will not break, it will not be dry and best of all it will taste delicious. This reheat guide works with fried fish fillets, fish sticks or battered fish.

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Reheat Fried Fish

Behind the scenes of running a food blog means that there can be a LOT of leftovers. We will do a batch of recipe testing and then I will see it piling up and piling up in the fridge.

I remember when we were last recording videos for our You Tube channel having a kitchen worktop that was just full of food we had made, but there was way too much for us to possibly eat.

What I love about this is that we will often have enough leftover food in the fridge to last us for several days. Then when we are hungry we can reheat the food in the air fryer.

I remember when we made our air fryer frozen fish and chips, we had loads of the fish fillets left over.

I thought rather than just eat them, that we could share with you the process of how to reheat fried fish in the air fryer. Then when you have some fried fish leftovers, you know that you can load it into the air fryer and follow this method.

Can You Reheat Fish?

Yes you can. But consider that compared to meat, fish has a short cook time such as our air fryer tuna steak or our air fryer shrimp fajitas. Therefore, you need to be rather delicate when reheating fish and make sure you don’t carry on cooking.

Can You Reheat Fish In Air Fryer?

Yes you can and whenever I am reheating fish I recommend that you do so in the air fryer. That is because it stops you overcooking your fish and also helps you get a crispy coating again on your fish.

As there is nothing worse than breaded or battered fish with a soggy coating.

Best Way To Reheat Fish?

The best way to reheat fish is by allowing it to fully cool first. I recommend after the fish has been cooked that you put your reheat plan of action into place.

Allow it to cool in the fridge and then place it in an airtight container.

Then the next day (don’t leave it longer than this) place it in the air fryer basket, spray it with extra virgin olive oil and then air fry it.

For the best results avoid a preheat as it will cook it too fast.

How To Reheat Fried Fish?

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If you want to reheat fish in the air fryer then this is how it’s done:

Load leftover fish into the air fryer basket.
Spray with extra virgin olive oil.
Cook on a medium heat in the air fryer.
Serve.

You can also do more than your classic battered fish fillets in the air fryer. I also love to reheat fish sticks in the air fryer too. They come out so crispy and are perfect for making one of our fish sticks sandwiches. If you have not tried them, then see our air fryer frozen fish sticks for a sandwich idea.

You can also follow this exact air fryer reheat recipe today if using either battered or breaded fish, because both of them taste the same and have the same cook time and temperature.

How Long To Reheat Fish In Air Fryer?

The air fryer cook time for reheating fried fish is much faster than you would think. In fact, our battered fish took JUST 6 minutes. You will need to turn your fish fillets otherwise you will have one side that is crispy and another that is soggy.

What Temp To Reheat Fish In Air Fryer?

The ideal temperature for reheating fish in the air fryer is a dual temperature. Starting at 160c/320f to heat through your fish fillets. Then the temperature is increased to 180c/360f to get your fish crispy again.

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Reheat Fried Fish In Air Fryer

Reheat Fried Fish. Let me show you how to reheat fried fish in the air fryer. Your fish will not break, it will not be dry and best of all it will taste delicious. This reheat guide works with fried fish fillets, fish sticks or battered fish.

Ingredients

Kitchen Gadgets:

Air Fryer

Ingredients:

2 Leftover Fish Fillets

Instructions

Place your leftover fish fillets into the air fryer basket. Spray with extra virgin olive oil. Air fry for 4 minutes at 160c/320f.
Turn and cook for a further 2 minutes at a temperature of 180c/360f.
When it beeps check to make sure it is piping hot in the middle before serving.

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Notes

Turning. I recommend turning your fish fillets otherwise they can end up sticking to the air fryer basket or being crispy on one side and soggy on the other.

Oil. I recommend spraying with extra virgin olive oil or your fish will not get as crispy as it reheats back through.

Thanks for reading how to reheat fried fish on Recipe This. We have many more air fryer recipes for you to check out next. Though if you would like to learn more about reheating food, check out reheat pizza in air fryer next.

Nutrition

Nutrition InfoPlease Note: Nutrition values are our best estimate based on the software we use at Recipe This and are meant as a guide. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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How long to air fry cooked fried fish? ›

Place the basket with the fish into the preheated air fryer. Set the timer for a short duration, typically around 3-5 minutes. The exact time may vary based on your air fryer's model and the thickness of the filets. The goal is to reheat the fish without overcooking it.

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Why is my fish not crispy in air fryer? ›

Don't overcrowd your air fryer basket. This allows the fish to get crispy all over. If you don't have an air fryer, you can achieve similar results in a convection oven (see directions in the recipe), but I found that the air fryer delivers a crisper finish faster.

What temperature should you cook fish in an air fryer? ›

Step 3Working in batches, place fish in basket of air fryer and cook at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes, gently flipping halfway through, or until fish is golden and flakes easily with a fork.

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Do you have to flip fish in air fryer? ›

In the middle of the cooking process, you'll want to flip the fish, for even cooking. Regardless of whether or not you need to lengthen your cooking time, the process will still be quick. For example, a six-ounce cod filet can cook in as little as 12 minutes.

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What is the best temp to cook fried fish? ›

The trick here is to use a candy/deep frying thermometer, which is a few dollars in the cooking section of most stores. Maintaining your oil temperature is critical. Most fish should be fried between 350-375 degrees.

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Which fish is best for an air fryer? ›

While you can put almost any type of fish fillet in the air fryer, this recipe is best for moderately thin, white and flaky fish, such as cod, haddock, pollock, or mahi mahi, all of which can be fresh or thawed frozen. Avoid thicker fish fillets such as tuna or swordfish, which will take longer to cook.

Can I put fish on aluminum foil in the air fryer? ›

Wrap the foil around the fish to make two parcels, with a gap above the fish but shallow enough to fit in your air fryer basket. Preheat the air fryer to 180C. Add the foil parcels to the preheated air fryer and air fry for 7-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets.

How do you keep fish from drying out in an air fryer? ›

Instructions

Begin by patting the filets dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. ...
Season the fillets with salt and pepper.
Coat the filets in a thin layer of oil and then gently press into the bread crumbs. ...
Brush the air fryer grate with a little oil.

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Is air fried fish healthy? ›

Air frying also appears to curb the omega-3 fatty acids in fish. These "good fats" help lower blood pressure and raise "good" HDL cholesterol levels, and they may help protect the heart.

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Can you put aluminum foil in air fryer? ›

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

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What is the best fish to fry? ›

White-fleshed fish such as cod, tilapia, and haddock are great for frying. They're perfect for adding different seasonings. Oily fish like mackerel or sardines might overpower other flavors when fried. They don't get as crispy.

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Can I use fish breading in the air fryer? ›

Dip fish fillets into egg; shake off any excess. Dip fillets into bread crumb mixture; coat evenly and fully. Lay coated fillets gently in the air fryer basket; cook in the preheated air fryer until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 12 minutes.

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What is the difference between deep-fried fish and air fried fish? ›

Air frying can be a healthier alternative to deep-fried foods as it uses a fraction of the oil that is used when deep frying. Air fryers use a combination of hot air and only about one to two tablespoons of oil to promote caramelization, whereas deep fryers often require at least four to six cups of oil.

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How long to air fry leftover fried? ›

How to Reheat Leftovers (like fries, vegetables, pizza, etc)

Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400 °F.
Place leftovers in a single layer in air fryer basket.
Cook for 3-5 minutes at 350 °F, or until food is crispy to liking and reaches safe internal temperature of 165 °F.

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How do you convert deep fry to air fry time? ›

Drop the heat.

Knock the temperature down by 25 degrees: If a fried recipe calls for 350 degrees F set your air fryer to 325 degrees F and follow the same cook time.

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Can you cook bought battered fish in an air fryer? ›

Yes, you can absolutely cook frozen breaded fish in an air fryer. In fact, many people find that using an air fryer is a convenient and efficient way to cook frozen breaded fish.

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How long to air fry pre cooked frozen fish? ›

This will depend on a few factors: the fish fillet's size, thickness, and breading type. But generally speaking, you should cook your frozen fish fillet in the air fryer at 375F/190C for 10 minutes, flip and then continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the fish is cooked through.

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