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Cozy Fish Tacos


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

Quick and easy fish tacos topped with creamy avocado and zesty adobo sauce, perfect for a family-friendly weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb white fish (such as cod or tilapia)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 1 lime (juiced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Mix together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to create a spice mixture.
  3. Coat the fish in this spice blend, ensuring each piece is well covered.
  4. Cook the fish for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and flakes easily.
  5. Combine the sour cream, adobo sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to make the sauce.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a pan until pliable and slightly charred.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing pieces of fish on each tortilla, topping with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and the creamy sauce.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to swap fish types or use gluten-free tortillas. Leftover fish can be used in salads or rice bowls.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg