How to Make Spicy Fish Tacos with Fresh Lime Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to dinnertime favorites, fish tacos rank high on the list for many people. These spicy fish tacos with fresh lime sauce are a delicious twist on the classic dish, offering a flavorful and zesty combination of ingredients that will leave your taste buds tingling. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking to switch up your Taco Tuesday routine, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.

One of the key components of these fish tacos is the spice. The comb...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound tilapia fillets
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (4.6 ounce) package taco shells
  • 1 (6 ounce) container plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon grated lime zest
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups coleslaw mix
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 small jalapeno chile, seeded, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, seeded and diced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 tacos

  • Season tilapia fillets with taco seasoning.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook fish in hot oil until fish flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Heat taco shells in preheated oven until crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix yogurt, lime juice, sugar, lime zest, and salt together in a large bowl. Stir in coleslaw mix, cilantro, and jalapeno; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Spoon about 1/4 cup fish and 1/4 cup coleslaw mixture into each taco shell. Top each with 1 tablespoon tomato.
  • Nutrition

    167 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 281mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 354mg