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Fish Tacos

Delicious Fish Tacos: Easy Recipe for Flavorful Family Nights

Enjoy these easy-to-make Fish Tacos, perfect for family nights with a flavorful twist.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder mild for less heat
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh as alternative
  • 1 pinch Salt adjust to taste
For the Fish
  • 1 pound Cod Fillets alternatives include tilapia, halibut, or snapper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can substitute with olive oil
For the Creamy Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Sour Cream
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika can substitute with regular paprika
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas mini for smaller servings
  • 1 cup Cabbage finely chopped
  • ½ piece Red Onion chopped
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro omit if not liked
For Garnishing
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges optional
  • ¼ cup Cotija Cheese optional
  • 1 piece Jalapeno Pepper optional

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Skillet
  • ZipLoc bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well and marinate cod in a ZipLoc bag for 20-40 minutes.
  2. Prepare the creamy taco sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, sriracha sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Adjust seasoning and refrigerate.
  3. Chop cabbage, red onion, and cilantro for toppings. Warm corn tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  4. Cook marinated cod in a preheated skillet with butter for about 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and flaky.
  5. Assemble tacos with cod, cabbage, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with creamy sauce and add garnishes like cotija cheese or jalapenos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked cod separately for up to 3 months.

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