Description
Crispy air fryer white fish paired with a fresh cilantro lime slaw and warm tortillas. A healthy, quick, and flavorful taco meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Fish:
- 1 ½ lb tilapia or white fish (mahi mahi, cod, etc.)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne (optional)
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
For the Cilantro Lime Slaw:
- 2½ cups cole slaw mix
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ tsp sugar (optional)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp cracked pepper
For Taco Assembly:
- Tortillas
- Extra lime juice
Instructions
- Season the Fish: Pat fish dry. Mix spices and rub over fillets.
- Air Fry: Preheat to 400°F. Cook fish 8–10 min, flipping halfway, until golden and flaky.
- Prepare Slaw: Combine cole slaw mix, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, sugar, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas, add fish, top with slaw, drizzle with lime juice, and serve.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne for preferred spice level.
- Make slaw ahead of time, but add lime juice right before serving.
- Reheat fish in the air fryer to keep it crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min