Easy Fish Tacos

Easy Fish Tacos
Author: Linda Shapiro, © Meal Planning Maven
Serves: 4
Fish tacos are fresh, delicious and FAST…and just plain FUN to make! Feel free to try a variety of toppings…no two tacos need be the same!
Ingredients
  • Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (1 to 2 limes)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped (optional)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless mild white fish fillets
  • Olive oil spray
  • Toppings (any or all…you decide!)
  • Shredded lettuce, cabbage, carrot and jicama
  • Avocado slices and roasted corn kernels
  • Chopped green onion, tomatoes, bell peppers and cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 8 whole grain tortillas (I love [b]Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain Tortillas[/b])
Instructions
  1. [b]Marinade:[/b] In a non-metal pan with sides, mix together all marinade ingredients. Place fish in pan, turning to coat. Cover; marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. [b]Fish:[/b] Coat a large sauté pan with olive oil spray and heat over medium-high setting. Place fish in pan, along with some of the marinade. Cook for 4 minutes, undisturbed. With a spatula, carefully turn fish; cook for 2 to 3 more minutes. Fish is cooked when firm to the touch and opaque on the inside. Remove pan from heat; break fish up into chunks with a fork. Transfer to a serving platter.
  3. [b]Assembly:[/b] If desired, tortillas may be warmed in a dry pan on low heat for 30 seconds per side. Arrange toppings in bowls on the table. Fill tacos with fish and toppings. Great served with lime wedges and [url href=”/recipes/garbanzo-edamame-slaw”]Garbanzo and Edamame Slaw[/url].
Notes
[b]Make Ahead and Storage Tips:[/b] this recipe is best made just prior to serving[br][br]Experiment with different fish like snapper, grouper, tilapia, mahi mahi and haddock. Top with your favorite salsa, if desired.

 

19 Responses

  1. Shelby
    I am a fan of fish tacos! I really love them with the cabbage vs the lettuce. Love the crunch it gives!<br /><br />Thank you Shelby! We love fish tacos too...so easy and versatile! so happy you stopped by to visit!
  2. Fish tacos are always a favorite! These look amazing!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks so much Serena! We have these all the time...the combinations of fillings we use are always different, fun and yummy!
  3. I don't often eat tacos (simply because they are hard to get here) but these look delicious and I am thinking I could try this using mini pita breads too. I love the flavours and textures you have going on and I know I would enjoy it very much!
  4. I'm going to have to try the Ezekiel tortillas. Are they Gluten Free?
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      No, they are not. The Ezekiel 4:9 tortillas are made from a variety of sprouted grains which are not all gluten-free. However, Food for Life does make a brown rice tortilla (usually found in the frozen section).
  5. Love love love tacos!! I'll have to try this!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      We are huge taco fans here...the combinations of filling are endless! enjoy!
  6. I have to make these!! Oh my YUM! Nettie
  7. Fish tacos have been on my list for quite some time now, it just might be the time to jump in and do it.
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      And I bet yours would be amazing!
  8. I love making taco bars and letting everyone customize there own tacos! These fish tacos would be perfect!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thank you so much! Tacos bars are the best! So may yummy possibilities!
  9. savoryexperiments
    Oh, yes! I love me some fish tacos. So colorful and fresh, and yours look delightful!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks so much Jessica! Fish tacos are a staple in our house...so fun and YUM!
  10. I adore this recipe, and I need to try it soon. All those pretty colors and flavors! Yum!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks bunches! I'm so excited you stopped by to visit!
  11. Gaye @CalmHealthySexy
    Hi Linda - Found these on a collection that Michelle from A Dish of Daily Life shared. They look great - I'm printing out the recipe to try this week.
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Fabulous Gaye! Enjoy, enjoy and thanks so much for taking the time to stop by!