Caribbean Dream Fish Tacos Recipe

Name: Caribbean Dream Fish Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb tilapia fillets (or another lean white fish, such as cod or halibut); 5 corn tortillas (or flour, if you prefer); 2 limes; 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced; 1/2 head of cabbage, shredded; 5 tbsp Mango Lime Salsa (recipe follows); 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and small diced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped; 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (include ribs and seeds for a hotter taste); 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1/2 avocado, peeled, cored, and small diced; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper

Servings: persons

1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb tilapia fillets (or another lean white fish, such as cod or halibut)
5 corn tortillas (or flour, if you prefer)
2 limes
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
1/2 head of cabbage, shredded
5 tbsp Mango Lime Salsa (recipe follows)
1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and small diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, finely chopped (include ribs and seeds for a hotter taste)
3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 avocado, peeled, cored, and small diced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

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To Make the Tacos:
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Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
3
Place the fish in the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
4
Use a fork to check the fish.
5
It should be flaky and milky white when done.
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Overcooking will cause it to be dry and tough.
7
Divide the fish into five servings.
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Place one serving of fish on each tortilla.
9
Squeeze the limes over the fish, add the avocado slices, and top with the shredded cabbage and Mango Lime Salsa.
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To Make the Salsa:
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Combine all of the ingredients except the salt and pepper in a bowl.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Serve with tortilla chips or on Caribbean Dream Fish Tacos.

192

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 lb tilapia fillets (or another lean white fish, such as cod or halibut), 5 corn tortillas (or flour, if you prefer), 2 limes, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Dream Fish Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Caribbean Dream Fish Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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