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Easy Fish Tacos

Quick and flavorful fish tacos perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound white fish fillets like cod or tilapia
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Equipment

  • Large frying pan or skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the seasoned fish to the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until opaque and flakes easily.
  5. While the fish is cooking, mix sour cream and lime juice in a small bowl.
  6. Warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side.
  7. Once the fish is cooked, break it into large pieces and place on each tortilla.
  8. Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.
  9. Drizzle the lime sour cream sauce over the tacos.

Notes

Experiment with toppings like avocado or pickled onions.