Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Easy Fish Tacos that transport you to a sunny beachside with every bite. Tender, seasoned fish wrapped in warm corn tortillas, topped with fresh cabbage, creamy avocado, and a squeeze of zesty lime make these tacos an instant crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and customizable to suit any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Pat fish fillets dry and season both sides with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fish for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and flaky.
- While the fish cooks, warm tortillas in another skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Assemble tacos by layering shredded cabbage on each tortilla, followed by pieces of cooked fish and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Add avocado slices and cilantro on top, finishing with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg