Fish Tacos with Cilantro Crema Recipe

Name: Fish Tacos with Cilantro Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Chopped Cilantro; 1/4 cups Chopped Chives; ⅓ cups Reduced Fat Sour Cream; 1/4 cups Mayonnaise; 1/2 Lime, Juiced; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 2 teaspoons Cumin; 1 teaspoon Chili Powder; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Coriander; 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper (Optional); 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Pepper; 1- 1/2 pound Tilapia Fillets, Or Any Other Flaky White Fish; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Or Nonstick Cooking Spray; 8 whole Corn Tortillas; 2 cups Shredded Red Cabbage; Lime Wedges, For Garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cups Chopped Cilantro
1/4 cups Chopped Chives
⅓ cups Reduced Fat Sour Cream
1/4 cups Mayonnaise
1/2 Lime, Juiced
1 clove Garlic, Minced
1/4 teaspoons Salt
2 teaspoons Cumin
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
1- 1/2 teaspoon Coriander
1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper (Optional)
1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoons Pepper
1- 1/2 pound Tilapia Fillets, Or Any Other Flaky White Fish
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Or Nonstick Cooking Spray
8 whole Corn Tortillas
2 cups Shredded Red Cabbage
Lime Wedges, For Garnish

1
Combine all the crema ingredients in a small bowl.
2
Keep chilled until ready to use.
3
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. For the tacos, combine the cumin, chili powder, coriander, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
4
Sprinkle over both sides of the fish.
5
Arrange the fish on a baking sheet greased with a little olive oil or cooking spray.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the fish is flaky.
7
When fish is finished cooking, flake with a fork and set aside.
8
Warm the corn tortillas in the oven or on a griddle, per instructions on the package.
9
Fill each tortilla with equal portions of fish, cabbage, and top with cilantro crema.
10
Garnish with lime wedges.

368

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Chopped Cilantro, 1/4 cups Chopped Chives, ⅓ cups Reduced Fat Sour Cream, 1/4 cups Mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Fish Tacos with Cilantro Crema 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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Fish Tacos with Cilantro Crema

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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