Air Fryer Halibut is made with 4 halibut fillets, olive oil, lemon zest, butter; air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes to serve 4. 220 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Pat halibut dry. Brush with olive oil. Season with lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily (145°F).
- 3
While fish cooks, melt butter in a small pan. Add garlic and capers, cook 1 minute.
- 4
Remove from heat, add parsley, dill, and lemon juice.
- 5
Spoon herb-caper butter over halibut and serve.
Tip: Halibut is a premium fish — don't overcook it. It should be just opaque in the center. The caper-herb butter adds briny, herby richness that complements the mild fish beautifully. Buy thick fillets (1 inch+) for the best results.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~15 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🌊Gentle, even heat cooks fish through without drying it out — no flipping required.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Halibut at 400°F for 10 minutes. Halibut is a premium fish — don't overcook it. It should be just opaque in the center. The caper-herb butter adds briny, herby richness that complements the mild fish beautifully. Buy thick fillets (1 inch+) for the best results.
You need: 4 halibut fillets (6 oz each, 1-inch thick), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon zest, Salt and pepper, 3 tbsp butter, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tbsp capers, drained, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, 1 tbsp fresh dill, Juice of 1 lemon. This recipe serves 4 with 220 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Halibut takes 10 minutes total at 400°F. Spoon herb-caper butter over halibut and serve.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 10 minutes at 400°F.
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