Air Fryer Fish Tacos
Delicious, crispy, and tender fish tacos made easily in an air fryer, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish (tilapia, mahi-mahi, cod) Choose a mild white fish that holds up well.
- 8 pieces taco tortillas Corn or flour tortillas can be used.
- 1 cup cabbage (for slaw) Shredded.
- 1/2 cup cilantro Chopped.
- 1 unit lime For juice.
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning.
- 1 tbsp olive oil Optional for seasoning the fish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse and pat the fish dry. Cut it into strips, about 1 to 2 inches wide.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the fish in the mixture until evenly coated.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the fish strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and flaky, flipping them halfway through.
Assembly
- While the fish is cooking, shred the cabbage and chop the cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice for flavor.
- Warm the taco tortillas in a skillet. Fill each tortilla with air-fried fish, a generous scoop of cabbage slaw, and cilantro.
- Drizzle additional lime juice over the tacos and enjoy!
Notes
Do not overcrowd the air fryer for best results. Consider marinating the fish for added flavor.