Broiled Tilapia Tacos
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
33 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Broiled Tilapia Tacos
Description
The tilapia fillets are seasoned with cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and salt, then brushed with olive oil before broiling to capture a firm but moist texture without overcooking. The fish is flaked gently to provide bite-sized pieces ideal for tacos.
The slaw combines finely chopped angel hair coleslaw mix, green cabbage, fresh cilantro, and thinly sliced radishes tossed with olive oil, lime juice, and salt for a crisp, tangy salad with vegetal freshness, contrasting the soft fish.
The avocado sauce blends ripe avocado, sour cream, jalapeño, and salt into a smooth, slightly spicy, cool condiment that complements the warm spiced fish and crisp slaw. Warmed corn tortillas hold the taco fillings, completing the dish with a soft but slightly chewy base.
These tacos serve well immediately after assembly to maintain the slaw’s crunch and the sauce’s creaminess. They combine simple cooking with fresh ingredients for a balanced seafood taco experience.
Ingredients
- 8 inch corn tortilla white or yellow
Quick Slaw:
- 2 cups green cabbage finely chopped
- 2 cups angel hair coleslaw mix finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- 3 small radish very thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
- Pinch salt plus more to taste if needed
Avocado Sauce:
- ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 avocado
- ½ jalapeño seeded and membranes removed
- Pinch salt
Tilapia:
- 2 teaspoons cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 4 tilapia about 5 ounces each, fillets
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler to high with one rack in the center and another placed about 4-5 inches from the top of the oven or heating element.
- For the coleslaw, in a medium bowl, toss together all the ingredients. Set aside.
- For the avocado sauce, blend all the ingredients together until smooth. Set aside.
- Wrap the tortillas in foil and place them on the center rack of the oven to heat through.
- For the tilapia, in a small bowl, combine the cumin, garlic powder, oregano and salt. Place the tilapia fillets on a lightly greased baking sheet (you can line with foil and grease the foil to minimize cleanup) and rub lightly on both sides with the oil. Sprinkle both sides of the fish with the spice mixture. Broil on the top rack until the flesh is firm but not overcooked, 5-8 minutes.
- To serve, use two forks to lightly break apart the tilapia into pieces. Divide the fish between the tortillas and top with slaw and avocado sauce. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 434kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 715mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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