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Fish Tacos Slaw Lime

Crispy Fish Tacos with Slaw and Zesty Lime Crema Delight

These Crispy Fish Tacos with Slaw and Lime offer a quick dinner solution that's gluten-free and family-friendly, bursting with flavor from fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound Fish Fillets High-quality, fresh or thawed
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For coating
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color and smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adds heat
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream For creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise For creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest For extra tang
For the Slaw
  • 1 cup Green Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 medium Grated Carrot For sweetness and crunch
For Assembling
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Warmed before serving
  • Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish
  • Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Whisk
  • paper towels

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Slice fish fillets into 1-inch strips and set aside.
  2. Whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling.
  4. Fry fish strips in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, and salt for the lime crema.
  6. In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbages and grated carrot. Optionally drizzle with lime juice.
  7. Warm corn tortillas, then fill with crispy fish, slaw, and lime crema. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh or thawed frozen fillets for the best flavor. Avoid overcrowding when frying to maintain crispiness.

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