Description
Bronzed Fish Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender, perfectly seasoned fish with a golden crust, tucked into soft tortillas and topped with fresh, zesty garnishes. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb white fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup sour cream or crema (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut into taco-sized portions if needed.
- In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fish.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook fish for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Assemble tacos by adding fish pieces, shredded cabbage, salsa, and cilantro to each tortilla.
- Top with sour cream or crema if desired and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Use any firm white fish for the best texture.
- For extra flavor, lightly char the tortillas before serving.
- Pair with a mango salsa for a sweet and tangy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg