Description
Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw are a mouthwatering treat that combines the satisfying crunch of fried fish with the refreshing zing of cilantro lime slaw. This quick and easy recipe can be prepared in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Packed with vibrant flavors and textures, these tacos are sure to become a beloved favorite at your table. Customize your meal with various toppings like avocado or Cotija cheese, ensuring that everyone in the family will enjoy this delicious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the coating by mixing flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk.
- Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry fish for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper to create the slaw.
- Assemble tacos by placing a piece of fish in each warm tortilla and topping generously with cilantro lime slaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg