Description
These Crispy Fish Tacos are packed with crunchy, seasoned white fish and topped with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw. Perfect for taco night or a casual meal, they’re quick, flavorful, and easy to make in just 25 minutes! Serve them on warm corn or flour tortillas with a squeeze of lime for the ultimate bite.
Ingredients
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For the Crispy Fish:
- 1 lb white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or haddock)
- 1 cup buttermilk (for tenderizing the fish)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Cilantro Lime Slaw:
- 2 cups green or purple cabbage, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fish:
- Pat the fish dry with a paper towel and cut into bite-sized strips.
- Place the fish in a bowl and pour buttermilk over it. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Make the Cilantro Lime Slaw:
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
- Toss with shredded cabbage and cilantro until well combined. Set aside.
3. Coat and Fry the Fish:
- In a shallow dish, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Heat ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove fish from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the flour mixture.
- Fry fish for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
4. Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave.
- Place crispy fish on each tortilla and top with cilantro lime slaw.
- Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-coat the fish by dipping it in buttermilk again before dredging in flour.
- Make it spicy by adding hot sauce or sliced jalapeños to the slaw.
- For a lighter version, bake the fish at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
