Description
Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw are a delightful, quick meal that promises flavor and freshness in every bite. This easy recipe can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The crispy, perfectly seasoned fish pairs beautifully with zesty cilantro lime slaw, creating a satisfying dish that everyone will love. Whether you use tilapia, mahi-mahi, or cod, these tacos are versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings like avocado or jalapeños. Serve them with warm tortillas and a squeeze of lime for a deliciously fresh meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb tilapia or white fish (mahi-mahi, cod)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne (more or less for spiciness)
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
- 2½ c cole slaw mix
- 3 T mayonnaise
- 1 T lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- â…“ c chopped cilantro
- ½ tsp sugar (optional)
- ¼ tsp sea salt (more or less to taste)
- ¼ tsp cracked pepper
- Tortillas
- Extra lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray the basket with oil.
- In a small bowl, mix spices to create a rub.
- Pat the fish dry and coat lightly with olive oil. Generously apply the spice rub.
- Cook the seasoned fish in the air fryer for 8–10 minutes until flaky and opaque.
- While cooking, prepare the cilantro lime slaw by combining coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Once cooked, cut the fish into pieces suitable for tacos. Assemble in tortillas topped with slaw and extra lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg