Description
These Air Fryer Fish Tacos are crispy, flaky, and irresistibly fresh—topped with a zesty cilantro lime slaw that brings the whole dish to life. Healthier than deep-fried versions and ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for quick weeknight dinners, taco Tuesdays, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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- For the Fish Tacos:
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock), cut into strips
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- For the Cilantro Lime Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or a mix)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp mayo
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Slaw: In a bowl, mix cabbage, carrots, and cilantro. In another bowl, whisk mayo, yogurt, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over slaw, toss to coat. Chill until ready to serve.
- Prep the Fish: Season fish strips with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Dredge in flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat with panko.
- Air Fry the Fish: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place fish strips in the basket in a single layer. Spray with olive oil. Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas on a skillet or in the microwave until soft and pliable.
- Assemble Tacos: Add crispy fish to each tortilla, top with cilantro lime slaw. Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce if desired.
Notes
- Make it dairy-free by using vegan mayo and yogurt.
- Add avocado slices or pickled onions for extra flavor.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and tortillas for a gluten-free version.
- Fish can be marinated briefly in lime juice for extra zing.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
