Description
Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw are a delightful combination of crunchy, golden fish fillets and a refreshing slaw that’s bursting with flavor. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for taco night or any casual gathering, making it a family favorite that everyone will enjoy. The zesty cilantro lime slaw adds a vibrant touch, complementing the crispy fish beautifully. With just 25 minutes of preparation, you can serve up these delicious tacos in no time. Customize them with your favorite toppings like avocado or Cotija cheese to create a personalized meal that satisfies every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour with garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, pour buttermilk.
- Dip each fish fillet in buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper to make the slaw.
- Assemble tacos by placing crispy fish in warmed tortillas and topping with cilantro lime slaw. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg