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Spicy Lime Fish Tacos

Zesty Spicy Lime Fish Tacos for a Flavorful Night In

Enjoy these Spicy Lime Fish Tacos, marinated fish with zesty lime and spices for a flavorful and gluten-free dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Marinade
  • 1 lb White Fish Fillets (Cod, tilapia, or haddock) Can substitute with shrimp or grilled chicken
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Essential for marinade
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust for heat preference
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 2 tbsp Lime Zest and Juice Can substitute with lemon juice if needed
  • to taste Sea Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Slaw
  • 1 cup Green and Red Cabbage Finely shredded
  • 1 medium Carrot Grated
  • 1 handful Cilantro Can be omitted
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • to taste Sea Salt
For the Cilantro Crema
  • ½ cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt can lighten
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice
  • to taste Sea Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For Assembling the Tacos
  • 8 Tortillas (Flour or Corn) Corn tortillas are gluten-free
  • 1 medium Ripe Avocado Can swap with guacamole
  • as needed Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Grater

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lime zest and juice, and sea salt and pepper. Add the fish and marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. While the fish marinates, finely shred the cabbage and grate the carrot into a bowl. Add cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt. Toss to combine.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt with mayonnaise. Add minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper, blend until smooth.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Cook the marinated fish for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
  5. Warm tortillas in a skillet. Layer slaw, flaked fish, avocado, and cilantro crema in each tortilla. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. The fish can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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