Golden Cod Tacos Air Fryer
Enjoy crispy and healthy cod fish tacos made effortlessly with an air fryer. Perfect for a family meal or a casual gathering.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 mixing bowl large
- 1 tongs
Ingredients
Cod
- 1 lb fresh cod fillets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Tacos
- 8 small tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 avocado sliced
- 2 limes cut into wedges
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Dry the cod fillets with paper towels. Cut into taco-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and garlic powder.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dip each piece of cod into the flour, then into the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the cod pieces in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Serving
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Place a piece of cooked cod on each tortilla. Top with cabbage, cilantro, avocado, and a squeeze of lime. Drizzle with yogurt or sour cream before serving.
Storage
- Store any leftover cooked cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.
Notes
Pro Tips: Ensure cod pieces are dry before breading to achieve a crispy coating. Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option. Greek yogurt can replace sour cream.
How to Serve: Serve with a side of black beans or corn salad for a complete meal.
Storage & Freshness: Store leftover cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in air fryer.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the breading mixture in advance and store in a sealed container until ready to use.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option. Greek yogurt can replace sour cream.
How to Serve: Serve with a side of black beans or corn salad for a complete meal.
Storage & Freshness: Store leftover cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in air fryer.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the breading mixture in advance and store in a sealed container until ready to use.