TACOS - Fish (3 Way - Air Fried, Baked, or Pan Seared)
TACOS - Fish (3 Way - Air Fried, Baked, or Pan Seared)

TACOS - Fish (3 Way - Air Fried, Baked, or Pan Seared)

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This recipe makes it simple to prepare delicious fish tacos with a fresh slaw and a creamy sauce. You can cook the fish using any of three methods: pan-searing, air-frying, or baking.

Ingredients

  • Fish: 1 lb firm white fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or mahi-mahi), about 1 inch thick
  • Oil: 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for pan-searing)
  • Taco Seasoning: 2 tablespoons of your favorite blend (or a mix of 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
  • Salt and pepper: To taste
  • Tortillas: 8-12 small corn (or flour) tortillas
  • Toppings:
    • 2 cups shredded cabbage (red or green)
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • Lime
    • Fresh cilantro, chopped
    • Reddish cut into fine slices
    • Your favorite salsa or pico de gallo
    • Avocado Creme (optional, but highly recommended)

Directions

Part 1: Prepare the Fish and Sauce

  1. Season the Fish: Pat the fish fillets completely dry with a paper towel. Rub them with olive oil, then season generously on all sides with the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, a little bit of lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Set this aside.

Part 2: Cook the Fish

Choose one of the following cooking methods:

A. Pan-Seared

  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Carefully place the fish fillets in the hot pan.
  3. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until the fish is golden brown on the outside and flakes easily with a fork.

B. Air-Fried

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the seasoned fish fillets in a single layer.
  3. Cook for 8-10 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily. (Note: thicker fillets may take longer.)

C. Baked

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the fish fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and flaky.

Part 3: Assemble the Tacos

  1. While the fish is cooking, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, the microwave, or over a gas flame for a few seconds on each side.
  2. Once the fish is cooked, use a fork to flake it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Assemble the tacos by placing the flaked fish in the center of each warm tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, reddish slices, a dab of sour cream, a drizzle of creamy avocado sauce, generous spread of the salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
  4. Serve with an extra squeeze of fresh lime juice.