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Spicy Lime Fish Tacos

Zesty Spicy Lime Fish Tacos That Brighten Your Dinner Night

Enjoy these Spicy Lime Fish Tacos, a delightful meal featuring fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for any dinner night.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Marinade
  • 4 fillets White Fish cod, tilapia, or haddock recommended
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil quality oil preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder adjust for heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin optional coriander can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be used but lacks smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic is a flavorful alternative
  • 1 zest & juice Lime fresh limes for the best flavor
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Slaw
  • 1 cup Green Cabbage chopped
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage chopped
  • 1 cup Grated Carrot finely grated for better texture
  • ½ cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1 juice Lime
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for dressing
  • to taste Salt
For the Cilantro Lime Crema
  • ½ cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt can swap with vegan yogurt for a dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise add more yogurt if preferred
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1 juice Lime
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Assembly
  • 8 units Tortillas flour or corn, corn tortillas are gluten-free
  • 1 large Avocado sliced
  • 1 units Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the fish by whisking together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the fish fillets and let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the slaw by combining green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt in a bowl. Toss well and set aside.
  3. Make the cilantro crema by mixing sour cream or Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
  4. Cook the fish in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and flaky. Remove from heat and flake into large chunks.
  5. Assemble tacos by warming tortillas, adding slaw, fish pieces, avocado, and cilantro crema. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best taste, serve immediately after assembling the tacos.

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