Air Fryer Fish Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
455 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Air Fryer Fish Tacos
Description
Air Fryer Fish Tacos prepare cod fillets by patting them dry, seasoning with a spice rub including chili powder, oregano, garlic granules, paprika, cayenne, cumin, salt, and black pepper, then cooking them in an air fryer at 200°C (400°F) for 8 to 10 minutes. This method crisps the exterior while keeping the fish moist and flaky inside.
The cooked cod is served in warmed soft tortillas paired with coleslaw for crunch, plus optional fresh cilantro, jalapeños, and hot sauce for additional flavor and heat. The spice blend enhances the mildness of the cod, providing a balanced savory and lightly spicy profile.
This recipe is practical for a quick casual meal that delivers texture contrasts and natural fish flavor enhanced by the aromatic seasoning blend. The air fryer makes cleanup easier and reduces oil use compared to frying. Seasoning the fish before cooking ensures deep flavor penetration.
Important tips include drying the cod well to help the seasoning stick, avoiding overcrowding the air fryer basket for even cooking, and not flipping the fish during cooking to preserve its delicate structure. Spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking and cook fish fillets of similar thickness for uniform doneness.
Ingredients
- 260 g cod fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon chilli powder
- 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic granules
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 4 tortillas soft
- 1 lime juice only
- 2 portion coleslaw
To serve
- cilantro fresh
- jalapeños
- hot sauce
Instructions
- Pat 260 g Cod fillets dry with kitchen paper. Brush with 1 tablespoon Olive oil and squeeze over the juice of 1 Lime.
- Sprinkle over 0.5 teaspoon Chilli powder, 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon Garlic granules, 0.5 teaspoon Paprika, 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, 0.25 teaspoon Cumin, 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper and rub in with your hands.
- Cook the seasoned cod in your air fryer at 200°C/400°F for 8-10 minutes.
- Heat 4 Soft tortillas in a dry pan. Divide 2 portion Coleslaw between the tacos, add the flaked cod, Hot sauce, Jalapenos and Fresh coriander (cilantro).
Notes
- Pat cod fillets dry before seasoning to help spices adhere and promote even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even heat circulation.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil to prevent the fish from sticking and breaking apart.
- Avoid flipping the cod fillets during cooking to keep them intact unless fully cooked through.
- Use fillets of similar thickness to ensure consistent cooking time.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 455 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tacos | |
| Calories | 455kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 948mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 623mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 589IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 211mg | 21% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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