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Air Fryer Fish Tacos + Cilantro Lime Slaw

Air Fryer Fish Tacos + Cilantro Lime Slaw

  • Author: Andy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Crispy air fryer fish tucked into warm tortillas and topped with a fresh, zesty cilantro lime slaw that brings the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 500 grams white fish fillets
  • 8 small tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 whole limes
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for a few minutes.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, yogurt, juice of the limes, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add shredded cabbage and chopped cilantro, then toss well to create the slaw.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly grease the air fryer basket with olive oil.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Season the fish fillets with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Place the fish in the air fryer and cook for 10 to 12 minutes until golden and flaky.
  6. Finishing Touches: Warm the tortillas and cut the cooked fish into strips.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Fill each tortilla with fish, top with cilantro lime slaw, squeeze fresh lime juice, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer to ensure crispy fish.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  • The slaw can be made a few hours ahead and kept chilled.
  • Reheat leftover fish in the air fryer to restore crispiness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

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