Air Fryer Sea Bass
Ready in about 19 minutes.
Updated 7 September 2026
Crisp-skinned sea bass fillets with garlic, lemon and herbs, ready in under ten minutes. The air fryer crisps the skin beautifully while keeping the delicate flesh moist.
Ingredients
- 2 sea bass fillets, skin on
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh dill, to garnish
Method
- 1Pat the fillets very dry and score the skin lightly.
- 2Rub with olive oil, garlic, thyme, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 200°C/400°F for 3 minutes.
- 4Place skin side up and air fry for 8-10 minutes until the skin is crisp and the flesh reaches 63°C/145°F.
- 5Squeeze over the lemon juice.
- 6Garnish with dill and serve with greens.
Tips for the best results
- Drying the skin thoroughly is the secret to crispness.
- No need to flip; the circulating air crisps the skin from above.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer sea bass?+
Cook at 200°C / 400°F for 8-10 min.