Name: Air Fryer Honey Chilean Sea Bass Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Chilean sea bass (two fillets); Salt and pepper to taste; Cooking spray; 1/4 cup honey; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp red crushed pepper (or to taste); 1 garlic clove (finely minced)

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Introduction

Air Fryer Honey Chilean Sea Bass is a quick and flavorful way to enjoy this luxurious fish. The combination of honey and chili adds a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, while the air fryer ensures a crispy, golden finish every time.

The close-up image shows three pieces of cooked fish with a crispy, slightly charred top layer that is golden brown and speckled with black pepper and small bits of herbs or seasonings. The fish flesh underneath the crust is white and flaky, with a moist texture visible. The pieces are placed closely together in a black pan with a slightly oily surface, hinting at a well-cooked, flavorful dish. The edges of the fish have a few darker spots, adding to the cooked and seasoned look. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb Chilean sea bass (two fillets)
1/4 cup honey

1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp red crushed pepper (or to taste)

1 garlic clove (finely minced)
Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking spray

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F and spray the basket with cooking spray.
Step 2: Season the fish generously with kosher salt and black pepper on all sides. Place it skin-side down in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 3: While the fish cooks, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and red crushed pepper in a small bowl.
Step 4: Brush the fish with the honey garlic glaze, increase the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F, and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the fish is fully cooked through and the top is crispy and golden brown.

Tips & Variations

Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper depending on your preferred spice level.

For a smokier flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the glaze.
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can broil the fish in the oven, watching closely to avoid burning the glaze.

Storage

Store leftover sea bass in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or oven at low heat to maintain the crispiness without drying out the fish.

How to Serve

A close-up image shows a single piece of fish cooked with a golden-brown crust on top. The fish has a slightly crispy surface with visible charred bits and small black pepper and spice specks scattered throughout. The sides of the fish are lighter in color, showing a moist and flaky texture. The fish rests on a plain white plate with a smooth finish, which sits on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use another type of fish for this recipe?

Yes, thicker white fish fillets like cod, halibut, or black cod work well with this glaze and air fryer method.

How do I know when the sea bass is fully cooked?

The fish should be opaque and flake easily with a fork. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on thickness, but 10 to 12 minutes total in the air fryer usually works well.