Description
Crispy Fish Tacos are a flavor-packed delight that combine tender white fish with a crunchy golden coating, fresh toppings, and zesty lime. Perfect for Taco Tuesdays or summer barbecues, these tacos will leave your guests begging for more. With foolproof techniques, you can achieve restaurant-quality results at home, making them an ideal choice for casual gatherings or special occasions. Elevate your taco night with these mouthwatering Crispy Fish Tacos!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups shredded cabbage slaw
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
- 2 limes (cut into wedges)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup cooking oil (vegetable)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Hot sauce to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the fish fillets dry and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Season with taco seasoning.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each piece of fish in flour, dip in egg, and then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Fry the coated fish for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- While the fish cooks, prepare the cabbage slaw by mixing it with lime juice and salt to taste.
- Assemble tacos by layering corn tortillas with fried fish, slaw, sliced avocado, and drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg