Fish Taco Recipe
This Fish Taco Recipe brings crispy grilled fish, tangy salsa, and creamy cilantro-lime sauce together in an easy, homemade Mexican cuisine classic.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) white fish fillets (cod or tilapia) skinless (substitute mahi-mahi for firmer texture)
- 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice about 1 lime
- 1 Tbsp olive oil use extra-virgin for flavor
- 1 tsp ground cumin adds warmth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika for a hint of char
- 1/2 tsp chili powder adjust for heat
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove fresh, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas 6-inches; I like Mission tortillas
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage for crunch and color
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa homemade or store-bought
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro plus extra for garnish
- Cilantro-Lime Sauce
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk lime juice, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add fish fillets, turn to coat, and let sit 10 minutes (or up to 30 for deeper flavor).
- Over medium-high heat, warm a cast-iron skillet or grill pan until hot—you want those telltale grill lines.
- Place fillets in the pan; don’t crowd them. Cook 3–4 minutes per side, until opaque and flakey. Use a fish spatula for gentle turns.
- Wrap them in foil and place on the grill or skillet for 1 minute per side. Alternatively, microwave under a damp paper towel for 20 seconds.
- Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. If it’s too thick, add a splash of water.
- Toss with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lime for extra brightness.
- Lay a tortilla flat, spread 1 Tbsp sauce, add flaked fish, a handful of cabbage, pico de gallo, and a sprinkle of cilantro.
- Fish tacos are best fresh—watch them disappear!
Notes
I learned that squeezing fresh lime over the finished taco amps up the flavor way beyond what bottled juice can do—honestly, it’s a game-changer. Also, letting the cabbage sit with salt and lime for five minutes softens it slightly without losing crunch.
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