Description
Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw are the ultimate dish for taco lovers, combining deliciously fried fish with a refreshing and zesty slaw. Perfect for casual gatherings or busy weeknights, these tacos are quick to prepare and packed with flavor. The crispy fish fillets offer a satisfying crunch, while the cilantro lime slaw adds a burst of freshness that elevates each bite. Customize your tacos with your favorite toppings, and you have a meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Get ready to enjoy a delightful culinary experience that brings a taste of the coast right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white fish fillets (like cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the coating by mixing flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Pour buttermilk into another bowl.
- Dip each fish fillet in buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper to make the slaw.
- Assemble tacos by placing crispy fish in warm tortillas and topping with cilantro lime slaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg