Air Fryer Blackened Fish Tacos

Ingredients

For the Blacked Fish:

• 2 white fish fillets (6 oz./170g each tilapia, cod, etc.)
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried herbs (oregano, thyme, marjoram, basil, parsley etc.)
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) chipotle or cayenne , or to spice preference
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt , or more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) black pepper
• oil spray , for coating (you can also just brush the oil on)

For the Tacos

• 4-6 corn tortillas or flour tortillas (5-8″ size for tacos)
• Topping/Serving Options: shredded cabbage, salsa, cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, lime wedges, etc.

For Salsa (optional):

• 1 cup (150 g) diced tomato
• 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) diced onion
• 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) minced cilantro
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fresh lime juice , or to taste
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) minced jalapeño or Serrano chili (optional)
• salt , to taste

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Oil Sprayer optional
• Air Fryer Perforated Parchment Paper optional
• Perforated Silicone Mats optional

Instructions 

1. Make salsa (optional) – Combine all salsa ingredients (tomato, onion, cilantro, lime juice, minced chilies, and salt). Mix well.
2. For crispier fish (optional) – Preheat air fryer at 400°F (205°C) for about 5 minutes.
3. Make the blackened fish: In a bowl, mix together all the spices (1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) dried herbs, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) optional chipotle or cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) salt, and 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper).
4. Liberally season all sides of fish with spice mix.
5. Liberally spray or brush with oil both sides of the seasoned fillets.
6. Lay perforated parchment paper or perforated air fryer silicone mat inside basket/tray or spray the basket/tray with oil.
7. Lay the seasoned fish in the air fryer basket/tray, making sure they aren’t overlapping.
8. Air Fry at 400°F (205°C) for 8 minutes. Check the fish and continue to air fry for another 1-3 minutes or until cooked to your liking and fish flakes easily.
9. Make the tacos: Warm the tortillas in the air fryer at 400°F (205°C) for about 1 minute.
10. Layer the air fried fish, salsa, and any of your favorite toppings on warmed tortillas and enjoy!

If your air fryer is preheated or if you are cooking multiple batches, you may need to reduce timing by a few minutes (unless preheating is called for in the recipe).