Fish Tacos Recipe
This fish tacos recipe is easy to make, packed with fresh flavors, and so tasty you’ll want it on repeat all week long.
Servings: 6 Tacos
Ingredients
For The Fish
- 1 pound white fish fillets such as tilapia
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 6 to 8 corn or flour tortillas
- red cabbage slaw for garnish, or you can use salad greens
For The Creamy Lime Mustard Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- zest of 1 lime
- juice of 1 lime
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder or to taste
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
Bake The Fish
- Prep. Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
- Bake. Place the fish fillets in a baking dish. Drizzle them with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Make The Sauce
- Saute the aromatics. While the fish is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a frying pan. Add the diced onions and cook over medium-high heat until translucent, about 3 minutes. Mix in the garlic and continue to cook for 20 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Whisk in the white wine, dijon mustard, lime zest, and lime juice; cook until reduced by half, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add chili powder, whisk in the whipping cream, and continue to cook and whisk until the sauce thickens, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Assemble The Tacos
- Warm the tortillas. Set a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tortilla at a time, flipping to warm both sides.
- Assemble. Break up the cooked fish with a fork and place it in a warm tortilla. Top it with cabbage slaw or salad greens. Add the creamy lime mustard sauce and serve.
Notes
- Fish Selection: Choose mild white fish like tilapia, cod, or haddock.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh lime juice and fresh cilantro.
- Experiment with Spices: Try chili powder, cumin, or smoked paprika for extra zing.
- Add Crunch: Include a slaw or shredded cabbage for a contrasting texture.
- Make Ahead: Prep the fish and sauce in advance for easy assembly.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat your tortillas before serving.
- Don't Skip the Sauce: A good sauce ties all the flavors together. Our zesty, creamy recipe does the trick!
Nutrition
Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 282mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 219IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 2mg
