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Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

A flavorful and quick meal with crispy fish fillets topped with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw, perfect for taco night.
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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: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fish
  • 1 pound White fish fillets Such as cod or tilapia.
Seasoning
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour For coating the fish.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder For flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika For flavor and color.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional, for heat.
  • To taste none Salt and pepper For seasoning the fish.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk For dipping the fish.
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 For a touch of sweetness.
  • To taste none Salt and pepper For seasoning the slaw.
Assembly
  • 8 small Corn or flour tortillas Warmed.
  • As desired none Lime wedges For serving.
  • As desired none Optional toppings Sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, or Cotija cheese.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Shallow bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • serving platter
  • large bowl

Method
 

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, pour the buttermilk.
  2. Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture until well coated.
  3. Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the fish fillets and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy. Transfer the cooked fish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  4. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly combined and set aside.
  5. Place a piece of crispy fish in each warm tortilla. Top with a generous scoop of cilantro lime slaw and add any additional toppings you prefer.
  6. Serve the tacos with lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus and enjoy immediately.
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Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a dash of hot sauce or sliced avocado to the tacos.
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