Air Fryer Fish Tacos: 25-Minute Baja Magic
Enjoy crispy, golden air fryer fish tacos topped with a zesty lime crema. This recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Baja to your table with ease.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs cod or other white fish fillets
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 small corn tortillas
- For the Lime Crema:
- 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- For the Toppings:
- Shredded cabbage
- Diced red onion
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the fish fillets.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the fish and spread evenly.
- Place the fish in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-12 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- While the fish is cooking, prepare the lime crema by whisking together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet, microwave, or directly over a low gas flame until pliable.
- Once the fish is cooked, carefully remove it from the air fryer and flake it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the flaked fish onto each warm tortilla.
- Top with shredded cabbage, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of lime crema.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- You can substitute lime juice with lemon juice if needed.
- Add your favorite hot sauce for extra spice.
- Other topping ideas include avocado, pico de gallo, or pickled jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: Approximately 350-400 calories (will vary based on ingredients and portion size)
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