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Air Fryer Fish Tacos

Published: May 25, 2022 by Justin Coit

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Made in under 25 minutes, this Air Fryer Fish Tacos recipe comes together effortlessly! Tender pieces of white fish coated in a crispy coating and air fried then served with a homemade coleslaw all wrapped in a tortilla, these homemade air fryer tacos are always a crowd-pleaser.

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Healthy, crunchy, and satisfying, these homemade fish tacos come together in the blink of an eye in the air fryer. Thanks to the air fryer, the fish is perfectly golden and crispy without having to deep fry them. They pair perfectly with my creamy homemade coleslaw as well. Make sure not to skip it!

These tasty tacos make for a quick and easy dinner that your whole family will love. Your family will think you grabbed these off your favorite food truck! Want more taco recipes? Try my salmon tacos recipe or carne asada tacos recipe. 

Key Ingredients You Need

Ingredients needed to make air fryer fish tacos.
  • Coleslaw — I recommend making my homemade coleslaw as it’s pretty easy to make and much tastier than store-bought. However, if you’re in a rush, you can swap for storebought. Buying a bagged coleslaw mix vegetables is also a great shortcut to reduce prep time. 
  • Fish — You can use any white fish as the flavor is often mild and on the sweeter side. I like to use halibut or cod with the skin and bones already removed to save time.
  • Seasoning — I season the fish with chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, cumin, salt, and pepper. 
  • Flour — You can use any type of flour to coat the fish tacos.
  • Breadcrumbs — I like using panko breadcrumbs, but you can also use traditional breadcrumbs.
  • Tortillas — I love using corn tortillas for these fish tacos. Feel free to use your favorite tortillas.

How to Make Air Fryer Fish Tacos

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Step 1: Prepare the slaw by adding all of the slaw ingredients into a medium mixing bowl and mix to combine thoroughly. Set aside.

Step 2: In a small mixing bowl, add the chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, cumin salt, and pepper. Add the seasoning to the fish. 

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Step 3: Coat the fish in a shallow bowl of flour.

Step 4: Dip the flour-coated fish in the beaten egg. 

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Step 5: Coat the fish in the breadcrumbs.

Step 6: Add the fish pieces into the air fryer basket on a single layer and cook at 390 F for 8 to 10 minutes until each piece has turned golden. Assemble the tacos by placing some cooked fish into each tortilla and then spoon the slaw on top. Garnish with sliced avocado if desired. Serve the air fryer fish tacos immediately.

Lime wedge squeezed over a plate of air fryer fish tacos.

Tips For This Recipe

  • The thickness of the fish will determine the cooking time. If you’re unsure if your fish is cooked through, use an instant-read thermometer ?. The fish should have an internal temperature of 145F.
  • Make sure you do not overlap the fish pieces in the air fryer. The hot air needs to circulate and reach every part of the fish to crisp up.
  • You can warm up the tortillas before assembling the tacos, so they are more pliable. You can warm them in a skillet or on a stovetop burner.
  • If there is moisture on the fish, pat dry before coating with seasoning to help it stick better. 
Close view of crispy fish torn open in an air fryer fish taco.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best fish to use for fish tacos?

I use white fish for these air fried fish tacos. While I like halibut or cod, you can use cod, tilapia, mahi-mahi, seabass, or any white fish you have available. 

Can I use frozen fish?

You can definitely use frozen fish. However, you need to thaw the fish ahead of time. Pat the fish dry as the moisture will make it difficult for the seasoning and coating to stick to the fish. 

How do I store leftover fish?

If you have leftover fish, I recommend storing the fish separately from the toppings to keep the fish crispy. Place the fish in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the air fryer, so they crisp back up. 

What can I serve with these tacos?

I love serving these fish tacos with pico de gallo, guacamole, cilantro lime rice, and skinny margaritas. 

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If you’ve tried this Air Fryer Fish Tacos Recipe, then don’t forget to leave me a 5 star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below!

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Air Fryer Fish Tacos

Made in under 25 minutes, this air fried fish tacos recipe comes together effortlessly! Tender pieces of white fish coated in a crispy coating and air fried then served with a homemade coleslaw all wrapped in a tortilla, these homemade air fryer tacos are always a crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Servings: 8 tacos
Calories: 323kcal
Author: Justin Coit

Ingredients

For the Tacos:

  • 1 lb white fish halibut or cod is best
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp cayenne
  • ¼ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 egg beaten
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs I use panko
  • cooking spray
  • 8 corn tortillas

For the Coleslaw

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • salt to taste
  • 1 cup cole slaw mix

Garnish:

  • sliced avocado

Instructions

  • Prepare the slaw by adding all of the slaw ingredients into a medium mixing bowl and mix to combine thoroughly. Set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl, add the chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, cumin and salt and pepper. Add the seasoning to the fish and cut into 1.5” length pieces.
  • Prepare the dredging stations- in a shallow plate add the flour, in another add the eggs, and in the final add the breadcrumbs.
  • One at a time, dip each fish piece into the flour, then the egg, and finally the breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs into the fish to help it stick.
  • Add the fish pieces into the air fryer basket on a single layer and cook at 390 F for 8 to 10 minutes, until each piece has turned golden.
  • Assemble the tacos by placing some cooked fish into each tortilla and then spoon the slaw on top. Garnish with sliced avocado if desired. Serve immediately.

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Notes

  • The thickness of the fish will determine the cooking time. If you’re unsure if your fish is cooked through, use an instant-read thermometer ?. The fish should have an internal temperature of 145F.
  • Make sure you do not overlap the fish pieces in the air fryer. The hot air needs to circulate and reach every part of the fish to crisp up.
  • You can warm up the tortillas before assembling the tacos, so they are more pliable. You can warm them in a skillet or on a stovetop burner.
  • If there is moisture on the fish, pat dry before coating with seasoning to help it stick better. 

Nutrition

Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 347mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 360IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 2mg
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