Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
If you’re craving a quick and delicious dinner that everyone will love, try these Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw! This vibrant dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a flavorful meal ready in about 15 minutes. The crispy fish pairs beautifully with the zesty slaw, bringing a fun twist to your taco night. Not only are these tacos easy to prepare, but they also make use of fresh ingredients like cilantro and lime, ensuring every bite is refreshing and satisfying. Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by swapping in different proteins or toppings to fit your preferences!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb tilapia or other 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 (adjust for spice preference)
- 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
- ⅓ c chopped cilantro
- ½ tsp sugar (optional)
- ¼ sea salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp cracked pepper
- Tortillas
- Extra lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish: Spray the air fryer basket with oil. Combine spices and season fish. Pat dry and brush with olive oil; coat with spice mixture.
- Air Fry the Fish: Preheat air fryer to 400°F and cook fish for 8-10 minutes until flaky.
- Make the Cilantro Lime Slaw: Mix slaw ingredients in a bowl; adjust seasoning as desired.
- Assemble Your Tacos: Cut fish into bite-sized pieces and fill tortillas with fish and slaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg