Description
These Air Fryer Fish Tacos offer a quick and flavorful meal that combines crispy flaky white fish seasoned with a blend of fresh spices, topped with a creamy plant-based cilantro lime sauce, and fresh crunchy vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, they provide a healthy, vibrant dish perfect for weeknight dinners with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Seasoning
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia), about 6 oz each
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (natural)
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Tortillas and Toppings
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1–2 jalapeño slices (optional)
Creamy Sauce
- 1/2 cup plant-based mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prep the Fish: Rinse and pat dry the fish fillets. In a bowl, combine smoked paprika, cumin powder, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the fish fillets. Lightly brush the fillets with olive oil to help spices adhere and encourage a crispy texture during cooking.
- Air Fry the Fish: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the spiced fish fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: While the fish cooks, mix together plant-based mayonnaise, lime juice, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and finely chopped cilantro in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Prepare the Toppings: Thinly slice the red cabbage and jalapeño slices if using. Warm the corn tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or air fryer to make them pliable and enhance flavor.
- Assemble the Tacos: Lay warm tortillas flat and spread a spoonful of the creamy sauce on each. Add a few pieces of crispy fish, then top with red cabbage, additional cilantro, and jalapeño slices. Optionally, squeeze extra lime juice over the assembled tacos to brighten flavors.
Notes
- Ensure fish pieces are evenly coated with spices for consistent flavor throughout.
- Cook fish in a single layer for optimal crispiness and even cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer for a crispier texture.
- Warm tortillas before assembly to prevent breaking.
- Adjust jalapeño and chili powder quantities to control the spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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