Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
A deliciously crunchy and refreshing dish perfect for any meal, featuring crispy fried fish paired with tangy cilantro lime slaw.
Equipment
- large skillet
- Shallow bowl
- large bowl
- measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Tongs
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Fish
- 1 pound White fish fillets Cod or tilapia, cut into pieces.
- 1 cup All-purpose flour For dredging.
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning.
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika For seasoning.
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional for heat.
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper To season the fish and flour mixture.
- 1 cup Buttermilk For dipping.
Vegetable oil
- As needed none Vegetable oil For frying.
Cilantro Lime Slaw
- 2 cups Shredded cabbage Green or purple.
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped.
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice For flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise For creaminess.
- 1/2 teaspoon Honey Adds sweetness.
Tortillas
- 8 small Corn or flour tortillas Warmed.
Toppings
- As desired none Sliced avocado Optional.
- As desired none Diced tomatoes Optional.
- As desired none Crumbled cheese Optional.
- As desired none Lime wedges For serving.
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, pour buttermilk.
- Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the fish fillets and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked fish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In a large bowl, mix together shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly combined.
- Warm the tortillas and assemble the tacos by placing a piece of crispy fish in each tortilla, topping with cilantro lime slaw and optional toppings.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like avocado, tomatoes, or cheese.