Pan-Seared Orange-Ginger Vegan Fish with Sesame Roasted Broccoli (Air-Fryer Recipe)

Enjoy a vibrant, vegan-friendly take on a classic fish dish with plant-based fillets marinated in a zesty orange-ginger sauce, paired with sesame-roasted broccoli, all made quickly in the air-fryer. Perfect for a speedy, nutritious weeknight meal.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 270 calories
Pan-Seared Orange-Ginger Vegan Fish with Sesame Roasted Broccoli (Air-Fryer Recipe)
Ingredients
  • 4 pieces vegan fish fillets (store-bought or homemade, e.g. Good Catch, Gardein)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions

1

In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, ginger, maple syrup, garlic, and cornstarch to make the marinade.

⏱️ 1 minute
2

Brush vegan fish fillets with half the marinade and let sit for 3 minutes.

⏱️ 3 minutes
3

Toss broccoli florets with 1 tbsp sesame oil, salt, pepper, and sesame seeds.

⏱️ 1 minute
4

Place broccoli and vegan fish fillets in the air-fryer basket in a single layer. Air-fry at 400°F for 7 minutes.

⏱️ 7 minutes 🌡️ 400°F
5

Open the air-fryer, flip fillets, brush with remaining marinade, and air-fry for another 4 minutes until golden and broccoli is tender.

⏱️ 4 minutes 🌡️ 400°F
6

Drizzle cooked broccoli with remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil before serving.

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Nutrition Information

270
Calories
16g
Protein
20g
Carbs
13g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can use homemade vegan fish fillets made with tofu, tempeh, or jackfruit—just ensure they are firm enough for air-frying.

You can substitute with olive oil or avocado oil, though the flavor will be slightly different.

Yes, cauliflower, green beans, or asparagus work well as substitutes and cook in similar times.

Lightly spray the basket with oil or use parchment paper designed for air-fryers to prevent sticking.

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