Description
Crispy, flavorful fish tacos made in an air fryer with minimal oil. Seasoned white fish pairs with a zesty cilantro-lime slaw in warm tortillas. A quick, healthy Mexican favorite that avoids greasy frying.
Ingredients
1 lb Tilapia (about 450g), cut into steaks or strips
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus spray oil
2 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage or lettuce)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro (or parsley)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 clove minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
4 warm soft tortillas
Instructions
Spray air fryer basket with oil
In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika
Add 1/4 tsp cayenne (optional), 1/4 tsp onion powder, and 1/4 tsp cumin
Pat fish dry with paper towels and place in air fryer basket
Brush both sides of fish with olive oil and coat evenly with spice mix
Spritz fish with oil spray before air frying
Air fry fish at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until flaky and golden
Meanwhile, dress slaw mix with lime juice, mayonnaise, and minced garlic
Chop cilantro and add to slaw mixture
Serve fish with warm tortillas and topped with slaw
Notes
Tilapia can be substituted with cod or mahi mahi
Use avocado oil for higher smoke point
Pre-chopped garlic works well
Kosher salt or Himalayan pink salt can replace sea salt
Tortillas are optional but recommended for authentic tacos
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Air Fryer Recipes
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (with slaw and tortilla)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg