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Air Fryer Fish Tacos
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I absolutely love tacos, and given my choice of filling, I’ll always go with cod.
SERVES
8
CALORIES
224
COOKING TIME
15 mins
DIFFICULTY
simple
These air fryer fish tacos are simply gorgeous and feel so fresh with the zesty lemon and lime flavours. You can really play around with this recipe – change the protein, add mango or chilli, make them totally veggie – the possibilities are endless.
Are air fryer fish tacos healthier than traditional fried tacos?
Yes! Using an air fryer significantly reduces the amount of oil needed compared to deep frying, making these fish tacos a much healthier option. They’re a fantastic addition to any collection of healthy air fryer recipes.
What type of fish works best for air fryer fish tacos?
White flaky fish like cod, haddock, or pollock work brilliantly in this recipe. They cook quickly and hold their shape well in the air fryer, giving you tender, flavourful fish for your tacos.
Can I make these fish tacos vegetarian or vegan?
Absolutely! You can swap the fish for crispy tofu, halloumi, or even roasted veggies like cauliflower or sweet potato for a delicious vegetarian or vegan version.
What toppings go well with air fryer fish tacos?
Zesty lemon and lime juices add freshness, but you can also add sliced mango, fresh chilli, avocado, shredded cabbage, or a creamy yoghurt or sour cream dressing to personalise your tacos.
Where can I find more healthy air fryer recipes like this?
- Air Fryer Greek Gyro Bowls
- Air Fryer Chicken Tikka Kebabs
- Air Fryer Sweet Chilli Prawn Cocktail Pitta
For more quick and easy air fryer recipes like this, you can pick up a copy of my air fryer cookbooks Air Fryer 30 Minute Meals and The Healthy Air Fryer Book on Amazon today.
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Method
Step 1
Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
Step 2
In a bowl, beat the water, egg, flour, baking powder and lemon flavouring.
Step 3
Coat the fish in the batter, then cook in a preheated air fryer at 200°C (390°F) for 14–16 minutes – it’s important that the air fryer is piping hot as the fish goes in. Check after 10 minutes to ensure nothing burns – mine usually take 15 minutes.
Step 4
While the fish is frying, combine all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and prep your filling ingredients.
Step 5
Assemble the tacos with the fish, salad and guacamole and top with the sauce.
Ingredients
600g (1 lb 5 oz) cod fillets
300ml (1.25 cups) water
1 egg
180g (1 1/2 cups) plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning or lemon zest
Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce:
6 tbsp light mayo
3 tbsp Greek yogurt
2 tbsp sriracha
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
To serve:
Soft or hard-shell tacos
Lettuce
Tomatoes
Red onion
Coriander
Guacamole
