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Crispy Fish Taco Bowls

Crispy Fish Taco Bowls That’ll Make Weeknight Dinners Fun

Crispy Fish Taco Bowls featuring perfectly breaded fish, refreshing slaw, and creamy chipotle sauce, perfect for quick, customizable dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound Fish Fillets (cod or tilapia) Firm white fish for best texture
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour if desired
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt Essential for balancing flavors
  • to taste Pepper
For the Slaw
  • 4 cups Cabbage Slaw Mix Cabbage and carrots; can add other veggies
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Freshly chopped; omit if not liked
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can lighten it
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Optional for sweetness
For Cooking
  • 1/2 cup Cooking Oil Neutral oil like canola or vegetable

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Fish: Pat fish fillets dry, season with salt and pepper, dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko mixed with spices. Let rest.
  2. Fry the Fish: Heat cooking oil in a skillet to 350°F. Fry fish in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Make the Slaw: Combine cabbage slaw mix and chopped cilantro in a bowl. Whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Pour over slaw and toss well.
  4. Assemble Bowls: Layer rice or quinoa in bowls, add crispy fish, top with slaw, and drizzle with chipotle sauce made from sour cream, mayo, minced chipotle, lime, garlic, cumin, and salt.
  5. Add Toppings: Enhance with creamy avocado, diced tomatoes, or pickled onions as desired. Serve warm and let everyone customize.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These bowls are customizable and perfect for family dinners. Adjust ingredients and toppings based on preference.

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