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Fish Tacos with Lime Crema

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked or Grilled
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

These fish tacos are light, fresh, and packed with flavor, topped with a zesty lime crema that brings it all together.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or halibut)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste (for crema)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or prepare a grill or skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub mixture over both sides of the fish.
  3. Bake, grill, or pan-fry fish for 10–12 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
  4. While the fish is cooking, prepare the lime crema by mixing sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
  6. Flake the cooked fish into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Assemble the tacos by layering cabbage, fish, red onion, avocado slices, and cilantro on each tortilla.
  8. Drizzle with lime crema and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for best flavor in the crema.
  • Optional toppings include jalapeños, hot sauce, or pickled onions.
  • For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg