Air Fryer Fish Tacos
These air fryer fish tacos are crispy, flavorful, and easy to make. A high-protein seafood dinner with flaky fish, crunchy slaw, and simple taco toppings.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Tongs
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds white fish fillets such as cod or tilapia, cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage or slaw mix
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Optional
- avocado slices
- sliced jalapenos
- Greek yogurt sauce
- salsa
- crumbled cotija cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryerPreheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Season the fishPat the fish dry and place it in a mixing bowl. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Air fry the fishPlace the fish in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway through, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
- Make the slawToss the shredded cabbage with cilantro and lime juice.
- Warm the tortillasWarm the tortillas briefly so they are soft and easier to fold.
- Assemble the tacosFill each tortilla with slaw and air fryer fish. Add avocado, sauce, salsa, jalapenos, or cheese if desired.
- ServeServe immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Cod and tilapia both work well for fish tacos.
- Cut the fish into similar-sized strips for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the basket or the fish may not crisp as well.
- Add sauces just before serving so the tacos stay fresh.
