Fish Tacos With Peppadew Tartar Sauce. Recipe

Name: Fish Tacos With Peppadew Tartar Sauce.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: tartar sauce; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon greek yogurt or sour cream; 3 peppadew peppers; 2 teaspoons chives (or one scallion thinly sliced); 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; salt and pepper to taste; tacos; 1/2 pound tilapia or or other mild white fish, each fillet sliced into 3 inch long pieces (I got about 10 pieces out it!); 1 lime; 2 tablespoons cornmeal; 1/4 cup panko; 1 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil; 6 tortillas; cilantro and avocado for serving

Servings: persons

tartar sauce
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon greek yogurt or sour cream
3 peppadew peppers
2 teaspoons chives (or one scallion thinly sliced)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
salt and pepper to taste
tacos
1/2 pound tilapia or or other mild white fish, each fillet sliced into 3 inch long pieces (I got about 10 pieces out it!)
1 lime
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1/4 cup panko
1 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil
6 tortillas
cilantro and avocado for serving

1
Make the tartar sauce: In a medium bowl, stir together the mayo, yogurt (or sour cream), peppadew peppers, chives (or scallions), cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cover the bowl and refrigerate.
2
Make the tacos: In a medium bowl stir together the panko, cornmeal, cayenne, salt, and pepper. In another medium bowl squeeze half of the lime. Dip each piece of fish into the lime juice and them dip the fish into the panko mixture, pressing the mixture firmly onto both sides of the fish. Place dredged fish pieces on a plate.
3
In a medium non stick skillet set over medium heat, add the oil. Once the oil is hot after about 1 - 1 1/2 minutes, add half the fish pieces. Reduce the heat to medium and fry on both sides until golden brown about 4 - 5 minutes total. Use a spatula or tongs, transfer the fish to a paper-towel lined plate and set aside. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
4
On a warmed tortilla spread some tartar sauce. Top the tartar sauce covered tortilla with 1-2 pieces of fish (depending on the size of the piece of fish. Add sliced avocado, a few cilantro leaves and a squeeze of lime.

291

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: tartar sauce, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon greek yogurt or sour cream, 3 peppadew peppers, and more.

Yes, Fish Tacos With Peppadew Tartar Sauce. falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Fish Tacos With Peppadew Tartar Sauce.

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