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Amanda Smith

Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw Recipe Delight!

Delicious crispy fish tacos topped with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound white fish fillets such as cod or tilapia
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) to keep the fish warm after frying.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Pour the buttermilk into another shallow dish. Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  4. Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated fish fillets in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer cooked fish to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, and cilantro. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  7. To assemble, place a few pieces of crispy fish on each tortilla, top with cilantro lime slaw, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the slaw.
  • For a lighter version, use grilled fish instead of fried and substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise in the slaw.

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