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Air Fryer Tilapia Fish Tacos

Tilapia fish tacos air fryer - the image shows two fish tacos on a brown plate. the tacos are filled with grilled fish, diced tomatoes, red onions, and cilantro. there are two lime wedges on either side of the plate, and a sprig of cilantro on the side. the plate is placed on a dark wooden table.

Delicious and crispy air fryer tilapia fish tacos with a zesty lime crema and fresh toppings, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Ingredients

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1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into 3-inch pieces
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 small corn tortillas
1 cup shredded green cabbage
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the tilapia pieces dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over the tilapia and rub to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the tilapia pieces, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the seasoned tilapia pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the fish cooks, prepare the lime crema by whisking together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime zest, lime juice, honey, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
Warm the corn tortillas by placing them in the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes or heating them in a dry skillet over medium heat until pliable.
Assemble the tacos by placing a few pieces of cooked tilapia on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
Drizzle each taco with the lime crema and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.