Shallot-and-Lime-Marinated Fish Tacos with Cabbage

Name: Shallot-and-Lime-Marinated Fish Tacos with Cabbage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large shallot, thinly sliced; 1 garlic clove, minced; Juice of 2 limes; 1 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound skinless snapper, catfish, tilapia, sole, or other thin white fish fillets; Eight 6-inch corn tortillas; 2 cups finely shredded cabbage; 1/2 cup cilantro leaves; 1 lime, cut into 8 wedges; 1 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

1 large shallot, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
Juice of 2 limes
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound skinless snapper, catfish, tilapia, sole, or other thin white fish fillets
Eight 6-inch corn tortillas
2 cups finely shredded cabbage
1/2 cup cilantro leaves
1 lime, cut into 8 wedges
1 cup sour cream

1
Preheat the oven to 400.
2
In a 9x13-inch glass or ceramic baking dish, mix the shallot with the garlic, lime juice, honey, hot sauce, salt and olive oil.
3
Add the fish and turn several times to coat.
4
Let the fish stand in the marinade for 10 minutes.
5
Roast the fish for about 10 minutes, until cooked through.
6
Flake the fish with a fork and transfer to a serving bowl.
7
Wrap the tortillas in foil and warm in the oven for 1 minute, until soft and pliable.
8
Serve the fish, passing the tortillas, cabbage, cilantro, lime wedges and sour cream at the table.

204

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large shallot, thinly sliced, 1 garlic clove, minced, Juice of 2 limes, 1 teaspoon honey, and more.

Yes, Shallot-and-Lime-Marinated Fish Tacos with Cabbage 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!