Description
Bold and flavorful, these tacos feature tender white fish, savory seasonings, crisp cabbage, and zesty lime for a perfect balance of texture and taste. A quick, easy meal with a Mexican twist that holds together perfectly in every bite.
Ingredients
8 to 10 large flour tortillas
1 pound (450g) white fish fillets (snapper, tilapia, or cod)
3 to 4 limes, 1 squeezed for juice, 1 for garnish
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro, plus extra for garnish
1 to 2 serrano or jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (optional for heat)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small head or 3 cups shredded cabbage (finely shredded)
1/2 cucumber, fine dice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if using a slaw
Thinly slice red onion, finely chop peppers, and shred cabbage
Toss cabbage and cucumber with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt
Season fish fillets with lime juice, salt, pepper, and remaining lime halves
Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and cook fish 3-4 minutes per side until flaky
Warm tortillas in oven or microwave for softness
Assemble tacos with fish, slaw, and garnish with fresh lime and cilantro
Notes
Use halal-certified fish
Slaw can be refrigerated up to 4 hours ahead
Double slaw for heartier fillings
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for extra crispiness
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Sautéing and Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg