Source: Ekaterina, AdobeStockWhen cooked correctly, mullet always turns out very tasty and tender, and with an air fryer, cooking won't cause any extra hassle. The fish will be evenly cooked and infused with the aromas of spices. We're sharing 6 proven recipes!
1. Baked Mullet in Soy Sauce in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockSoy sauce is one of the most versatile additions to any fish.
You will need: 1 mullet, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, ground coriander, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Gut the fish and cut it into large pieces. Mix soy sauce, olive oil, and all the spices, thoroughly coat the mullet with the resulting marinade, and place it in the air fryer basket. Bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. The cooking time may vary depending on the air fryer's characteristics and the size of the pieces.
2. Mullet with Rosemary and Garlic in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockJust a few ingredients transform ordinary mullet into a true culinary masterpiece!
You will need: 1 mullet, 1 lemon, 2 cloves garlic, 2 sprigs dill, 2 sprigs rosemary, vegetable oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Rub the gutted fish with vegetable oil, salt, and your favorite spices. Place coarsely chopped garlic, a few lemon slices, dill, and rosemary into the cavity. Put everything in the air fryer and bake the mullet for approximately 5-6 minutes at 240 degrees Celsius on high fan speed, then for another 20 minutes at 220 degrees Celsius on medium speed.
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3. Mullet Fillet with Cumin in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockCumin harmoniously complements this particular fish.
You will need: 4 pieces of mullet fillet, 4 tbsp olive oil, 4 tbsp cumin, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Mix olive oil, cumin, salt, and ground black pepper, thoroughly coat the mullet fillets with this marinade, and refrigerate for 2 hours to marinate. After that, bake the fish for 12-15 minutes in the air fryer at 190 degrees Celsius.
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4. Mullet Baked with Potatoes in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockIf you don't want to prepare a side dish separately, choose this recipe.
You will need: 1 kg mullet, 5 potatoes, 1 bunch parsley, 5 cloves garlic, salt, spices.
Preparation: Rub the mullet with spices to taste and place parsley and garlic in its cavity. Slice the potatoes thinly, arrange everything in a baking dish, and bake for approximately 30 minutes in the air fryer at 180-200 degrees Celsius.
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5. Mullet in Sour Cream Sauce in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockAny fat content of sour cream will work, 15% is optimal.
You will need: 1 mullet, 50 g sour cream, salt, paprika, ground black pepper, fish spices.
Preparation: Gut the mullet and cut it into serving pieces. Mix sour cream with all the spices and marinate the fish in this mixture for 2-4 hours in the refrigerator. If you're short on time, at least 20 minutes. Then place the mullet in a preheated air fryer and cook for 20-25 minutes at 180-200 degrees Celsius.
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6. Baked Mullet with Vegetables in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockIf you wish, add any other vegetables you prefer.
You will need: 1 mullet, 3 potatoes, 1 zucchini, 1 eggplant, 2 bell peppers, 1 onion, 1/2 lemon, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, paprika, fish spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Cut the mullet into serving pieces, sprinkle with lemon juice, and season to taste. Coarsely chop all the vegetables and mix them with oil, paprika, aromatic herbs, and any spices. Arrange the vegetables in the air fryer basket, then place the fish on top. Bake for 20 minutes at 180-200 degrees Celsius.