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Fish Tacos

Flavor-Packed Fish Tacos That'll Wow Your Family Tonight

These fish tacos are a delicious and healthy alternative to fast food, bringing irresistible flavor and easy prep to the dinner table.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinade Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust for heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 pound Cod Fillets can substitute with tilapia or halibut
For the Taco Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for frying
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas
  • 2 cups Finely Shredded Cabbage
  • 1 medium Red Onion or green onions for milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro omit if not a fan
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for serving
  • 1/2 cup Grated Cotija Cheese optional, feta can be used
  • 1 medium Jalapeno Pepper finely chopped, optional for heat

Equipment

  • skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, and salt until well combined. Add cod fillets to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 20-40 minutes.
  2. Prepare the creamy taco sauce by mixing mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, sriracha, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl. Refrigerate to meld flavors.
  3. Finely shred cabbage, chop red onion and cilantro, and dice jalapeño if using. Warm corn tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds per side to make them pliable.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add butter. Once melted, add marinated cod fillets, cooking for 3-5 minutes per side until flaky and golden. Remove and let rest briefly.
  5. Assemble each taco with a warm tortilla, flaky fish, shredded cabbage, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with taco sauce and sprinkle with Cotija cheese or jalapeños if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 670mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow fish to marinate for 20-40 minutes for the best flavor. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.

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