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Cod Fish Tacos

Spicy Cod Fish Tacos That Will Ignite Your Taste Buds

These Spicy Cod Fish Tacos are a quick and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound Cod Fish Fillets skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for marinating
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin or substitute coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Salt sea salt recommended
For the Creamy Slaw
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or sour cream substitute
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise vegan mayo is an alternative
  • 2 cups Purple Cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup Carrots shredded or julienned
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn thawed, fresh is better
  • 1 fresh Jalapenos chopped, omit for milder taste
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped, parsley as substitute
For Serving
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas warm before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • large bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, and salt until well combined. Add the skinless cod fish fillets, ensuring they are thoroughly coated in the marinade. Allow the cod to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, thawed corn, chopped jalapenos, and fresh cilantro. In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt with more lemon juice. Stir the yogurt mixture into the veggie combination until well blended. Refrigerate the slaw until ready to serve.
  3. In a bowl, combine remaining Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Mix until creamy. Cover and refrigerate until it's time to assemble the tacos.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated cod for about 3-5 minutes on each side until golden and flaky. Remove the fish and break it into bite-sized chunks.
  5. Char the corn tortillas directly over a flame or in a hot skillet for about 10-15 seconds on each side. Keep warm in a kitchen towel.
  6. Assemble the tacos with fish chunks in each tortilla, topped with cilantro slaw and creamy sauce. Garnish with jalapenos and cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize your cod fish tacos with extra toppings like avocado or black bean salsa for added flavor.

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