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Air Fryer Fish Tacos

Ready in about 26 minutes.

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Crispy fish tucked into soft tortillas with slaw and lime. The air fryer makes taco-night fish easy, fast and wonderfully crunchy.

Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.

Ingredients

  • 4 white fish fillets
  • 60 g flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 100 g breadcrumbs
  • 8 tortillas
  • Slaw and lime, to serve

Method

  1. 1Coat the fish in flour, egg and breadcrumbs.
  2. 2Preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F.
  3. 3Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and cooked through.
  4. 4Break into chunks and serve in tortillas with slaw and lime.

Tips for the best results

  • Use a light spray of oil for the crispest coating.
  • Warm the tortillas just before serving.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Crowding the basket so air fryer fish tacos steams instead of browning.
  • Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
  • Trusting the clock instead of a probe - Air Fryer Fish Tacos is ready at 63°C / 145°F in the thickest part.
  • Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer fish tacos?

A typical starting point is 200°C / 400°F for 10-12 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.

How do I know air fryer fish tacos is cooked through?

Use a probe in the thickest part. Air Fryer Fish Tacos should reach 63°C / 145°F. Rest a few minutes before slicing so juices settle.

How many people does air fryer fish tacos serve?

This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.

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