Fish Cabbage Tacos
Delicious Fish Cabbage Tacos combine tender fish with fresh cabbage and warm tortillas, topped with lime for a flavor-packed meal.
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 1 pound fresh white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) Choose the freshest white fish available.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust for desired spice level.
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper Use according to preference.
- Juice of 1 lime lime Drizzle over fish before cooking.
For the Cabbage Slaw
- 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1/2 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 small carrot, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- to taste Salt
Tacos
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas Use high-quality tortillas.
- Lime wedges, for serving Enhances flavor.
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, hot sauce, or crema Customize your tacos.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure a nice sear.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the fish fillets and marinate for at least 10 minutes. Drizzle with lime juice before cooking.
Make the Cabbage Slaw
- In a separate bowl, mix together the green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
Cooking
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated fish fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a minute.
Warm the Tortillas
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or wrap in foil and place in a warm oven.
Assemble the Tacos
- Place a portion of fish onto each tortilla, followed by a generous helping of cabbage slaw.
- Top with avocado slices or your preferred toppings and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
Serve
- Serve your Fish Cabbage Tacos warm with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Customize the slaw with additional veggies for extra crunch and color. Adjust spices to suit your taste.