Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Garlic Parsley Cuttlefish (Sepia a la Plancha Style)
Cuttlefish, or sepia, is a Mediterranean favorite that is traditionally cooked a la plancha in a very hot pan. The air fryer gets a similar result in 8 minutes: tender pieces with lightly browned edges, finished with fresh garlic and parsley.
Quick high heat is the key: cuttlefish turns tough if it cooks too long. It makes a simple tapa or light main served with lemon wedges.
Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes while you chop the garlic and parsley.
Prep
Pat the cuttlefish very dry and cut into pieces. Season lightly with salt.
Cook
Place in the basket (it shrinks as it cooks), spray lightly with oil, and cook 6 to 8 minutes, shaking once.
Finish
Add the garlic and parsley for the last minute.
Serve
Serve at once with lemon.
- Don't overcook; 8 minutes is the ceiling for small pieces.
- Dry well so it sears instead of steams.
- Add a drizzle of good olive oil or aioli.
Frequently asked
How long does cuttlefish take in the air fryer?
About 6 to 8 minutes at 400°F.
Why is my cuttlefish rubbery?
It was overcooked; keep it short and hot.
Can I use squid instead?
Yes, it cooks even faster, about 4 to 5 minutes.
