Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Baja Fish Tacos, a delightful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. These tacos feature flaky cod seasoned to perfection, complemented by a refreshing cilantro lime slaw and creamy Avocado Crema. Each bite bursts with fresh ingredients like zesty Pico de Gallo, making them a healthy and satisfying option for seafood lovers and culinary adventurers alike. With quick preparation time and easy customization options, this fish taco recipe will soon become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. cod filets
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 16 corn tortillas
- cooking spray
- 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 cups purple cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon honey
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 avocados
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish: In a bowl, mix avocado oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, sea salt, ancho chili powder, and black pepper. Coat cod filets evenly with the spice mixture.
- Cook the Fish: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add cooking spray and cook the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Make Cilantro Lime Slaw: Combine sliced cabbages, lime juice, cilantro, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl; toss well.
- Prepare Avocado Crema: Mash avocados with garlic and cilantro; blend in cumin, red pepper flakes, lime juice, vinegar, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm corn tortillas; layer fish with slaw and drizzle with Avocado Crema before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg