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Air-Fried Sesame Cod with Snap Peas – Easy Recipes Made Better

Crispy sesame-crusted cod cooked to perfection in the air fryer, served with crunchy snap peas—perfect for fans of easy recipes and quick dinners.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-American
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Servings: 2 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 2 (6-ounce) cod fillets
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 pound sugar snap peas
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
  3. Season cod fillets with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread the mayo-mustard mix over the top of each fillet.
  5. Press sesame seeds into the coated side of each cod fillet.
  6. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place cod fillets, sesame side up, in the basket.
  7. Air fry for 10–12 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Toss sugar snap peas with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  9. Add snap peas to the air fryer during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  10. Serve the cod with the air-fried snap peas on the side.

Notes

Swap cod with haddock or halibut if preferred. Use panko breadcrumbs for added crunch. Pair with steamed rice for a complete meal.