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How to Make Tilapia Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tacos are a beloved and versatile dish that can be filled with a wide variety of ingredients, making them a perfect option for a quick and delicious meal. One of the most popular variations of tacos is the fish taco, which offers a fresh and light option for those looking to switch things up from the traditional beef or chicken fillings. Today, we're going to show you how to make delicious and flavorful tilapia tacos that are sure to become a new favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 1 jalapeno pepper, halved lengthwise, divided
  • 2 ½ cups shredded red cabbage
  • ½ carrot, shredded
  • ½ cup sliced scallions
  • ⅓ cup low-fat sour cream
  • 1 ½ limes, juiced
  • 1 pinch coarse salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pound tilapia fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 flour tortillas, warmed
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 8 tacos

  • Mince one jalapeno half and place in a large bowl with cabbage, carrot, and scallions.
  • Combine sour cream and lime juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Transfer 1/2 of the mixture to another small bowl and set aside for serving. Combine remaining sour cream mixture with cabbage mixture, and season with salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Put flour and tilapia in a resealable plastic bag and shake to coat fish.
  • Heat oil and remaining jalapeno half in a large skillet over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom of the skillet. Add fish, working in batches if necessary. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Remove fish, slice into strips, and discard jalapeno.
  • Fill warmed tortillas with slaw, fish, and cilantro and drizzle with the reserved sour cream mixture. Serve immediately.

    • Nutrition

    583 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 592mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 70g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 47mg
    • Calcium: 145mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 884mg

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