Fish Tacos (Mango Salsa, Cabbage Slaw, Lime Crema)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
489 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Fish Tacos (Mango Salsa, Cabbage Slaw, Lime Crema)
Description
The recipe seasons fresh basa or similar white fish with a striking spice mix including chili powder, paprika, cumin, cayenne, and garlic powder, then lightly oils and marinates it to absorb the flavors. The fish is cooked and served in warmed corn tortillas, forming the base of the tacos.
Accompanying the fish is a sweet and tangy mango salsa made from diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro or parsley, and lime juice, offering a refreshing contrast. A creamy lime crema blends sour cream with lime juice and zest, adding a zesty richness. The cabbage slaw combines shredded green and purple cabbage with lime juice, cilantro, green onion, and salt, providing crispness and acidity.
Putting the tacos together involves layering the seasoned fish with mango salsa, cabbage slaw, and drizzle of lime crema, delivering diverse tastes and textures. This assembly creates a satisfying meal with a mix of heat, sweetness, and cool freshness.
Ingredients
- 12 corn tortillas (or tortillas of choice)
Fish
- 1 ½ - 2 lb Basa fillet or sole, cod (or other flaky white fish, 4 large fillets
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Mango Salsa
- 2 Mango diced into small ½” cubes
- ½ red bell pepper (finely diced)
- ¼ red onion (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon cilantro (or parsley, finely chopped)
- lime juice juice of ½ lime
Lime Crema
- ½ cup sour cream
- lime juice of ½ lime
- lime zest of 1
Cabbage Slaw
- ½ cup purple cabbage (shredded)
- ½ cup green cabbage (shredded)
- lime juice of 1 and ½
- 1 tablespoon cilantro (or parsley, finely chopped)
- 1 green onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pat fish dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. If using frozen fish ensure the fish is fully thawed and press out any excess water with a paper towel.
- Mix the spices and oil together and pour over the fish. Use your hands or a spoon to evenly spread the seasoning over the fish. Place in the fridge to marinate for 15 minutes.
- Prepare your mango salsa by mixing the mango, red pepper, red onion, cilantro or parsley and lime juice until evenly combined. Set aside in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Prepare the lime crema by adding the zest of 1 lime and the juice of ½ a lime to the sour cream. Mix until combined. Set aside in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Prepare the cabbage slaw. Use a food processor, knife or mandolin to shred the cabbage. In a large bowl mix the shredded cabbage, juice of 1 and ½ limes, cilantro or parsley, green onion and salt until evenly combined. I recommend using your hands to mix the cabbage and gently press/massage the cabbage to soften it. Set aside in the fridge until ready to serve.
- AIR FRYER COOKING METHODPreheat Air Fryer to 400°F. Add your fish in a single layer to the Air Fryer basket or tray. Air Fry for 10 minutes, flipping the fish halfway through, or until cooked through.STOVE TOP COOKING METHODIn a large frying pan heat a small amount of cooking oil on medium heat. Pan fry the fish for 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through.OVEN BAKING COOKING METHODPreheat oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with tin foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Add your fish to the tray and bake for 10-15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Serve your tacos family style on a platter with warm corn tortillas.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 489 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 489kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 58g | 116% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 688mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 1171mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 2041IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 48mg | 53% |
| Calcium | 121mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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