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Best Easy Fish Tacos Recipes

Before diving into the excitement of crafting the best easy fish tacos, let’s set the stage for a delightful meal.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 287kcal

Equipment

  • bowl
  • plate
  • knife

Ingredients

For the Fish:

  • 1 pound firm white fish fillets such as cod, tilapia, or halibut
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons smoky chili powder

For the Fish Taco Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup creamy mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice from about 2 limes
  • 1/2 cup tangy sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon honey

To Assemble:

  • 1 ripe avocado thinly sliced
  • 12 soft corn or flour tortillas taco-sized
  • 4 spring onions finely chopped
  • 1/2 small head of red cabbage finely shredded (about 4 cups)
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Fish

  • Start off by patting the fish dry with paper towels. Then, season it with kosher salt, cumin, and smoky chili powder. Make sure each piece is evenly coated. This step is crucial as it sets the flavor base for your tacos.

Step 2: Cook the Fish

  • In a large skillet, warm up a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned fish. Cook for about three to four minutes on each side. You want it to flake easily with a fork. You’ll know it’s done when it turns opaque. Once cooked, transfer it to a plate and let it rest for a couple of minutes before breaking it into chunks.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

  • Grab a bowl and mix together the mayonnaise, hot sauce, lime juice, sour cream, and honey. Taste and adjust according to your preference. If you want it more tangy, add more lime juice; if you prefer it sweeter, a dash more honey will do the trick.

Step 4: Prepare the Veggies

  • While the fish is cooking, chop your veggies. Slice the avocado, finely chop the spring onions, and shred the cabbage. Each ingredient adds a different texture and enhances the overall taste.

Step 5: Warm the Tortillas

  • In the same skillet (after removing the fish), heat the tortillas. Just a minute on each side is enough to make them warm and pliable. If you have a gas stovetop, you can char them directly over the flame for added flavor.

Step 6: Assemble the Tacos

  • Now comes the fun part—assembling your tacos! Take a tortilla, add some fish, drizzle with your sauce, and top with avocado, cabbage, cilantro, and spring onions. Don’t be shy; pile them on!

Notes

  • Use Good Quality Fish: Go for fresh, sustainably sourced fish. It makes a difference in flavor and texture.
  • Customize the Spice Level: If you love heat, toss in some diced jalapeños or extra hot sauce in the mix.
  • Prep Ahead: You can seasoning the fish and veggies ahead of time to cut down on cooking time during dinner.
  • Tortilla Techniques: If you're using corn tortillas, warming them in a dry skillet makes them more flexible and less likely to tear.
  • Sauce Variations: Experiment with different sauces like a chipotle mayo or a zesty pico de gallo for variation.
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