Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw
Delicious crispy fish tacos paired with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw, perfect for casual dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 1 pound White fish fillets (Such as cod or tilapia)
- 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)
- as needed none Vegetable oil (For frying)
For the 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)
For Serving
- 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)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, pour the buttermilk.
- Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, then coat in the seasoned flour mixture until well covered.
Cooking
- 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.
Slaw Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and set aside.
Assembly
- Place a piece of crispy fish in each warm tortilla.
- Top with a good scoop of cilantro lime slaw and any additional toppings you like.
- Serve the tacos with lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Make sure your oil is hot enough before frying to ensure crispy fish. Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying; cook in batches if necessary. Use fresh ingredients for the slaw for the best flavor. Adjust the heat by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper according to your preference.