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How to Make Crispy Tilapia Fish Tacos with Slaw - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tilapia fish tacos are a delicious and flavorful meal that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of crispy tilapia, zesty slaw, and warm tortillas creates a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun and festive meal for a gathering, these tacos are an excellent choice.

One of the best things about this recipe is how simple and easy it is to prepare. With just a few basic ingredients ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups chopped cabbage
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ cup diet ginger ale
  • 1 pound tilapia (bream), raw
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, warmed

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 8 tacos

  • Mix mayonnaise, onion, pickles, and lemon juice for tartar sauce in a bowl until well combined. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Combine cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro in a bowl. Mix garlic and ginger with rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil in a small bowl; pour over slaw and toss to coat. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Heat 1 1/2 inches oil in a deep pot over medium heat.
  • While oil is heating, mix flour and baking powder together in a bowl. Slowly add ginger ale and mix to combine. You don't want the batter to be overly thick; excess batter should be able to coat the fish entirely, but still be able to drip off.
  • Pat tilapia chunks dry and dredge in the batter until thoroughly coated.
  • Test the oil by adding a few drops of batter in it; when the batter begins to bubble and float, the oil is ready. Working in batches so you don't overcrowd the pot, carefully lower some tilapia into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Repeat with remaining tilapia.
  • To serve, place slaw on warm tortillas. Top with tilapia and tartar sauce.

    • Nutrition

    974 cal.

    • Total Fat: 70g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 914mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 254mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 784mg

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