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Zesty Fish Tacos with Spicy Sriracha Lime Sauce

These zesty fish tacos feature crispy fish topped with a spicy sriracha lime sauce, fresh veggies, and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing and flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound tilapia or cod fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • For the sauce: 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture onto the fish fillets.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the fish for 3-4 minutes per side until flaky.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and honey to make the sauce.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing fish on tortillas, topping with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a drizzle of sauce.

Notes

For a milder version, reduce the sriracha to taste. Serve immediately for the best texture.

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Main
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Protein: 22g