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Bronzed Fish Tacos

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  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Total Time: 18 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Halal

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

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut into taco-sized portions if needed.
  2. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fish.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook fish for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  7. Assemble tacos by adding fish pieces, shredded cabbage, salsa, and cilantro to each tortilla.
  8. 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