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Crispy Air Fryer Fish Tacos Recipe with Easy Zesty Lime Crema

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These crispy air fryer fish tacos feature a perfectly crunchy coating paired with a bright, creamy lime crema, making for a quick, delicious, and family-friendly meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or mahi-mahi)
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (can swap with almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup (60g) panko breadcrumbs (Japanese brand recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut into taco-sized strips if needed.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Dip each fish piece into the flour mixture, shake off excess, then into the egg wash, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Press gently to adhere.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Place coated fish pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
  7. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until fish is cooked through and coating is golden and crispy.
  8. While fish cooks, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice and zest, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and salt to make lime crema.
  9. Warm tortillas by wrapping in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds or warming on a skillet.
  10. Assemble tacos by layering tortillas with shredded cabbage, crispy fish, avocado slices, and a drizzle of lime crema. Add fresh lime wedges on top.

Notes

Pat fish dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Use panko breadcrumbs for best crunch. Do not overcrowd air fryer basket. Flip fish halfway through cooking. Lime crema can be made ahead and refrigerated. Warm tortillas to prevent cracking.

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