Description
These air fryer Baja fish tacos are crispy, flavorful, and healthier than traditional fried tacos. Made with seasoned white fish, crunchy slaw, and creamy sauce, this easy taco recipe is perfect for quick dinners and taco nights.
Ingredients
For the Fish:
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- ½ cup flour or cornmeal
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
For the Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded or julienned carrots
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Pinch of salt
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1–2 tablespoons lime juice
- Hot sauce (optional, to taste)
For Serving:
- 8–10 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut fish into strips suitable for tacos.
- Set up breading stations: flour, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with spices.
- Coat fish in flour, dip in egg, then coat with seasoned panko.
- Lightly spray fish with olive oil.
- Place in air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- In a bowl, mix cabbage, carrots, lime juice, and salt for slaw.
- In another bowl, combine mayonnaise (or yogurt), sour cream, lime juice, and hot sauce.
- Warm tortillas.
- Assemble tacos with crispy fish, slaw, sauce, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the air fryer for maximum crispiness.Pat fish dry before breading for better coating.Serve immediately for the best texture.
