Description
A delightful recipe for fish tacos featuring flaky white fish, zesty slaw, and a creamy sauce, perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- White fish (cod, halibut, or mahi-mahi)
- Tortillas (corn or flour)
- Cabbage or slaw mix
- Fresh cilantro
- Sour cream or yogurt
- Lime
- Ground cumin
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Chili powder
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the fish: Pat the fish fillets to remove excess moisture, then season with cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the skillet: In a non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add the seasoned fish and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until flaky.
- Warm the tortillas: In a separate pan, warm tortillas for about a minute on each side until pliable.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a bowl, mix sour cream or yogurt with lime juice, cilantro, and salt; adjust to taste.
- Assemble the tacos: Layer fish on a warm tortilla, add cabbage or slaw, drizzle with sauce, and sprinkle with cilantro.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with lime wedges, avocado slices, or diced tomatoes, and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to customize toppings according to your preferences. These tacos can be made with shrimp or tofu for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: fish tacos, seafood, quick meal, family recipe, Mexican cuisine