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Fish Tacos with Crema

Crispy fish served in tortillas with a zesty crema and slaw.

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✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Difficulty
medium
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Meal Type
lunch

Nutrition per serving

AI estimate — approximate
590
Calories
kcal
28g
Protein
60g
Carbs
30g
Fat

Based on 4 servings — values are AI-estimated and may vary

👶 Kid-Friendly🌶️ medium Spice

Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime (cut into wedges)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    In another bowl, beat the egg with milk. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Dip each fish fillet in the flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

  4. 4

    In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.

  6. 6

    In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, and garlic powder to create the crema.

  7. 7

    Assemble the tacos by placing crispy fish in each tortilla, topping with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.

  8. 8

    Drizzle the zesty crema over the filled tacos and serve with lime wedges. Enjoy!