Spicy Fish Tacos Recipe

Name: Spicy Fish Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fish fillet (try snapper or tilapia); canola oil (for frying); 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup diced green chilis; 8 flour tortillas; 2 cups colby cheese, shredded; 2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded; 2 cups tomatoes, chopped and drained; 1/2 cup radish, diced; 1/2 cup scallion, chopped; green taco sauce

Servings: persons

1 lb fish fillet (try snapper or tilapia)
canola oil (for frying)
1 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup diced green chilis
8 flour tortillas
2 cups colby cheese, shredded
2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
2 cups tomatoes, chopped and drained
1/2 cup radish, diced
1/2 cup scallion, chopped
green taco sauce

1
Cut fish into 1/2 inch strips (I usually skip this, because the fish breaks apart easily onces it's cooked, anyway).
2
Heat a skillet until a drop of water quickly sizzles away. Add enough canola oil to coat the bottom of the skillet. Add fish and cook until firm, about a minute on each side. remove fish to a paper towel to drain; cover with foil to keep warm.
3
Add onion, garlic, and green chiles to skillet and cook until onion is softened. Set aside and keep warm.
4
In a clean, dry skillet, heat each tortillas till brown spots start to appear (about 15-20 seconds). Turn tortilla over and repeat on other side. (You could also zap the tortillas in the microwave to save time. I do.).
5
Spoon some fish into center of tortilla, add sauteed vegetables, sprinkle cheese on top, then add romaine, tomatoes, radishes, scallions, and green taco sauce.
6
Serve with refried beans. Enjoy!

1062

kcal

Calories

Fat

176

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fish fillet (try snapper or tilapia), canola oil (for frying), 1 medium onion, sliced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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!

Spicy Fish Tacos

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Variations & substitutions

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