Air Fryer Fish Tacos
These air-fryer fish tacos get their kick from a crispy breadcrumb coating that's spiked with chili powder. Avocado crema helps balance the flavors, while shredded cabbage slaw adds crunch. These easy air-fryer fish tacos are finished with fresh tomato, but feel free to add your own favorite toppings to the mix.
Ingredients
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2 cups shredded green cabbage
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¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
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1 scallion, thinly sliced
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5 tablespoons lime juice (from 2 limes), divided
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1 tablespoon avocado oil
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1 large avocado
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2 tablespoons sour cream
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1 small clove garlic, grated
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 large egg white
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⅓ cup dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 pound skinless mahi-mahi fillets, cut into 2- to 3-inch strips
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Avocado oil cooking spray
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8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, warmed
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1 medium tomato, chopped
Description
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Toss cabbage, cilantro, scallion, 2 tablespoons lime juice and avocado oil together in a medium bowl; set aside.
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Cut avocado in half lengthwise; using a spoon, scoop the pulp into the bowl of a mini food processor. Add sour cream, garlic, salt and the remaining 3 tablespoons lime juice; process until smooth, about 30 seconds. (Alternatively, mash with a fork to reach desired consistency.) Set aside.
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place egg white in a shallow dish; whisk until frothy. Combine breadcrumbs and chili powder in a separate shallow dish. Pat fish dry with a paper towel. Coat the fish with egg white, letting excess drip off; dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
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Working in batches if needed, arrange the fish in an even layer in the fryer basket; coat the fish well with cooking spray. Cook until crispy and golden on one side, about 3 minutes. Flip the fish; coat with cooking spray and cook until it's crispy and flakes easily, about 3 minutes. Flake the fish into bite-size pieces. Top each tortilla evenly with fish, avocado crema (about 1 tablespoon each), cabbage slaw (about 1/4 cup each) and tomato. Serve with lime wedges, if desired.