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Crispy Air Fryer Fish Tacos Recipe with Easy Zesty Mango Slaw

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Quick and easy crispy air fryer fish tacos paired with a sweet and tangy mango slaw, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) white fish fillets (cod or tilapia), skinless and boneless
  • ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (30 g) cornstarch
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup (100 g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 medium ripe mango, peeled and julienned
  • 2 cups (150 g) green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas (6-inch / 15 cm)
  • Avocado slices or guacamole (optional)
  • Hot sauce or a drizzle of sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut into 3-inch (7.5 cm) strips.
  2. Prepare three bowls: one with flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; one with beaten egg; and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dip each fish strip into the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Repeat egg and panko step if coating feels loose.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  5. Arrange fish strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  6. While fish cooks, toss mango, cabbage, carrot, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  7. Whisk lime juice, honey, jalapeño, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and pour over the slaw. Toss to combine.
  8. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or wrap in foil and warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
  9. Assemble tacos by placing fish strips on tortillas, topping with mango slaw, and adding avocado slices or sour cream if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat fish dry to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent soggy fish. Flip fish halfway through cooking for even crispiness. Mango slaw can be made ahead but add avocado just before serving to avoid browning. For gluten-free, substitute flour and panko with almond flour and gluten-free panko. Adjust jalapeño and cayenne for desired spice level.

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