Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Fish Tacos
Crispy air fryer fish tacos with a seasoned cornmeal crust — flaky, lightly spicy tilapia with a crunch, no deep fryer required. Pile them into warm tortillas with slaw and a squeeze of lime for a 20-minute taco night.
The cornmeal coating crisps beautifully in the air fryer while the fish stays tender. Top them your way: cabbage slaw, pico, avocado, or a creamy lime crema.
Ingredients
Instructions
Coat
Cut the tilapia into 1½-inch strips. Mix the cornmeal with the seasonings in a shallow dish and coat each strip, pressing to adhere. Chill 10 minutes.
Air fry
Spray the strips generously with oil and air fry at 350°F for about 7–9 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and flaky.
Build
Fill warm tortillas with the fish, top with slaw and a squeeze of lime, and add crema or avocado if you like.
- Chilling the coated fish helps the crust stick.
- Spray oil well — it's what crisps the cornmeal.
- Warm the tortillas in the air fryer for 1 minute at the end.
Frequently asked
What fish is best for air fryer fish tacos?
Mild white fish like tilapia, cod or mahi-mahi all work great. Cut into even strips so they cook at the same rate.
How long does fish take in the air fryer?
Thin strips take 7–9 minutes at 350°F, turning once, until golden and flaky.
Can I use frozen fish?
Thaw and pat very dry first so the coating sticks and the fish doesn't steam.
