PSMF Air Fryer Baked Cod with Prosciutto

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This easy Air Fryer Baked Cod recipe combines a delicately seasoned mildly sweet fish with a salty crispy prosciutto layer. Not only does it taste divine, but it also comes together in just over 20 minutes! Tender, perfectly flaky cod, tossed in bold spices, covered in prosciutto and all baked to perfection in an air fryer!

PSMF Air Fryer baked cod wrapped in prosciutto on a serving platter with fresh herbs

Protein Sparing Modified Fasting Fish Recipe

As I have been trying to incorporate more PSMF days in my fasting rotation, I have needed to create more recipes. Knowing how healthy fish is as well as its high protein count, I decided to come up with a protein sparing modified fasting fish recipe.

(Don't know what "protein-sparing modified fasting" means? Check out this post to learn more!)

Just like this other PSMF fish recipe, 10-Minute High Protein Instant Pot Ginger Soy Fish, this recipe is quick, simple and utterly delicious!

Why this easy air fryer cod recipe works?

A cod fillet is a beautiful fish that is quick to cook, tender and mild-tasting so you can easily give it some big flavours!

This keto baked fish recipe takes on some bold flavours with a tasty a perfect crispy prosciutto crust.

Best part? You can make this air fryer baked cod into either a keto baked fish recipe or a PSMF cod recipe with only a few simple changes!

a piece of PSMF cod recipe on a serving platter with fresh herbs

Ingredients for Air Fryer Baked Cod

Listed below are the ingredients you will need for this recipe. I have added variations depending on if you want to take this protein sparing modified fasting fish recipe into a keto recipe.

Cod - You will need approximately 1. 5lbs of cod that has been thawed. If your cod is not already divided into pieces, divide the cod into 4 to 6 portions
Prosciutto - Prosciutto dds a nice and delicate mildly sweet flavour to the cod
Oil - Olive oil adds some healthy fat to this air fryer cod recipe and but you could also use butter instead. For a keto baked fish recipe, double these ingredients.
Spices - A combination of garlic, coriander, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper add the perfect flavour to this keto baked fish recipe
Fresh Herbs - Adds a nice contrast in colour! Feel free to use any fresh herb if you wish!

How to Make Easy Air Fryer Cod

This air fryer cod baked cod takes only minutes to prepare so grab your air fryer and let's make this recipe!

Step 1 - Preheat the Air Fryer

Spray the basket of your air fryer and preheat the air fryer at 400 degrees for 5 minutes.

Step 2 - Prepare the fish

Combine the spices in a small bowl and mix them together. Pat the cod dry with a paper towel and then drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the pieces of fish in a flat serving dish
Sprinkle the seasoning all over the fish

keto baked fish recipe ingredients of cod, olive oil and spices

Step 3 - Wrap the fish

Take 1-2 pieces of prosciutto and surround the cod with the prosciutto. (TIP - You can either "envelope" the fish if it is thick or "roll" the fish with the prosciutto if your pieces are thin and flat) Repeat with all pieces of fish.
Take each piece of fish and rub any leftover oil or seasoning over the prosciutto

PSMF cod recipe that has been wrapped in prosciutto before being baked in an air fryer

Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place the fish in the air fryer basket and bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the cod is cooked. The fish is ready when it turns a beautiful white opaque and flakes easily

keto baked fish recipe in an air fryer basket

Step 4 - Garnish

Add some chopped fresh herbs for a pop of green and enjoy!

protein sparing modified fasting recipe of baked cod wrapped in prosciutto

Can I use frozen cod fish in this recipe?

More often than not, frozen is the better option for quality wild-caught fish.

How to thaw frozen fish?

Frozen fish fillets thaw quickly in about 15 to 20 minutes. First, be sure to leave the fish in its vacuum-packaging. If it is not in some sort of packaging, place it in a zip-top bag (do not place it water "naked"). Arrange the vacuum-sealed fish in a bowl and cover it with cold tap water. Do NOT use warm or hot water. This creates more risk for bacterial growth and will also affect the texture of the fish. Check after 15 to 20 minutes to see if the fish feels tender and thawed through. If it is hard in some parts, leave it in for a little bit longer.

What temperature is best for baking fish?

For baked cod, I typically set my oven to 400 degrees F. How long? Depending on the thickness of your cod fillet, it could take about 8-10 minutes in the air fryer.

Can I refrigerate or freeze leftover cooked fish?

Depending on how fresh the fish was to begin with, you can store the leftovers either in the fridge or even in the freezer. First, cool the fish a little, but don't leave it in room temperature for more than 1 hour before refrigerating or freezing.
Arrange the cod in a shallow glass container with a tight lid and refrigerate for up to 2 days. If you need to warm it up, simply use a medium-heated oven until just warmed through (there is always a chance the fish will be overcooked when you warm it up again).
Generally, cooked fish can be frozen for up to 1 month. My personal preference is not to freeze it, because I feel the texture of the fish changes a little.

Can I bake this PSMF cod recipe in the oven?

Yes. Preheat the oven to 400 and bake the cod for about 10 minutes.

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PSMF Air Fryer Baked Cod with Prosciutto

Protein Sparing Modified Fasting Fish Recipe

Why this easy air fryer cod recipe works?

Ingredients for Air Fryer Baked Cod