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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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Shallow bowl
  • large bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, pour buttermilk.
  2. Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture until well coated.
  3. 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.
  4. Transfer the cooked fish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  5. In a large bowl, mix together shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly combined.
  6. 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.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like avocado, tomatoes, or cheese.