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Air Fryer Fish Tacos With Blackened Catfish

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These Air Fryer Fish Tacos with Blackened Catfish are a flavorful and healthier twist on traditional fried fish tacos. Made with spicy blackened catfish fillets cooked in the air fryer, they’re topped with fresh slaw and a creamy chipotle sauce, all wrapped in a warm tortilla.

Ingredients

  • 4 catfish fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (for sauce)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels.
  3. Brush fillets with olive oil on both sides.
  4. In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne, salt, black pepper, white pepper, and cumin.
  5. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over both sides of the catfish fillets.
  6. Place the seasoned fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked through and flaky.
  8. In a separate bowl, combine coleslaw mix, chopped cilantro, and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Toss to coat.
  9. In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and salt to taste to make the chipotle sauce.
  10. Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  11. Assemble tacos by placing pieces of blackened catfish on tortillas, topping with slaw and chipotle sauce.
  12. Serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Use any white fish if catfish is unavailable, such as tilapia or cod.
  • Adjust the cayenne for desired heat level.
  • The chipotle sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.

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