Crispy Fish Tacos with Spicy Slaw Recipe

Name: Crispy Fish Tacos with Spicy Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Fat Free Greek Yogurt; 2 teaspoons Lime Juice; 1/2 teaspoons Cumin; 1- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder, Divided; 1 teaspoon Salt, Divided; 1/2 teaspoons Ancho Chili Powder; 1 teaspoon Vinegar; 2- 1/2 cups Thinly Sliced Green Cabbage; 1 whole Jalapeno, Diced; 1/4 cups All-purpose Flour; 1 whole Egg, Beaten; 3/4 cups Panko Bread Crumbs; 3/4 pounds Cod Fillets; Oil, For Frying (enough For A Thin Layer Of Oil In Your Skillet); 8 whole Taco Size White Corn Tortillas; 1/2 cups Chopped Fresh Cilantro

Servings: persons

1/2 cups Fat Free Greek Yogurt
2 teaspoons Lime Juice
1/2 teaspoons Cumin
1- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder, Divided
1 teaspoon Salt, Divided
1/2 teaspoons Ancho Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Vinegar
2- 1/2 cups Thinly Sliced Green Cabbage
1 whole Jalapeno, Diced
1/4 cups All-purpose Flour
1 whole Egg, Beaten
3/4 cups Panko Bread Crumbs
3/4 pounds Cod Fillets
Oil, For Frying (enough For A Thin Layer Of Oil In Your Skillet)
8 whole Taco Size White Corn Tortillas
1/2 cups Chopped Fresh Cilantro

1
For the slaw: Combine yogurt, lime juice, cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, chili powder and vinegar in a medium sized bowl and mix well.
2
Fold in cabbage and jalapeno.
3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4
For the tacos: Set up an assembly line with the flour on one plate, the egg in a shallow bowl and panko bread crumbs combined with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon garlic on another plate.
5
Slice cod into 16 pieces (2 pieces of fish per taco).
6
Dip one piece of cod into flour, then into egg and finally int seasoned panko making sure to coat both sides.
7
Set the coated fish on a plate.
8
Repeat until all cod is coated.
9
Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
10
Fry tortillas 30 seconds on each side then fold in half.
11
Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
12
Repeat until all tortillas are cooked and then cover to keep warm while you are frying the fish.
13
Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
14
Sprinkle a few piece of panko bread crumbs into the oil after its heated.
15
If it sizzles then the oil is ready and you can begin frying the fish.
16
If not wait another couple of minutes and test again.
17
When oil is hot, put a few pieces of fish into the skillet.
18
Fry fish, in batches if necessary, until golden and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
19
To assemble a taco: Place 2 pieces of fish into a taco shell, top with spicy slaw and chopped cilantro.
20
Repeat with remaining ingredients.
21
Serve.

378

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Protein

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Fat Free Greek Yogurt, 2 teaspoons Lime Juice, 1/2 teaspoons Cumin, 1- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder, Divided, and more.

Yes, Crispy Fish Tacos with Spicy Slaw 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.

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Crispy Fish Tacos with Spicy Slaw

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Variations & substitutions

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