These Tilapia Fish Tacos are so addictive. They have everything that your family will love. They are irresistible, fun and a quick and easy dinner.
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Tilapia Fish Tacos are nutritious, economical and delicious. They are perfect weeknight dinner.
Why Tilapia Fish Tacos Work
This Tilapia Fish Tacos recipe works because they are fast, economical, fun and the fish comes out flakey and delicious. Additionally, they have the added bonus of being adapted by adding different and unique toppings.
What is Tilapia? It is a mild white fish that is farm raised. Find out more here.
How to Make Tilapia Fish Taco Recipe – Step by Step
- Make Marinade: First, season fish with House Seasoning Blend.
- Prepare Oil: Second, pour olive oil to a large skillet and then heat over medium high heat.
- Cook Fish: Add filets to hot pan and cook on each side 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from Heat: Next, take off heat and place fish on spare plate.
- Fish to Taco: Flake half a filet for each taco and then add spinach to taco shell.
- Toppings: Top with your favorite fixings.
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Recommendations for Making Tacos- Build a Taco Station
Certainly, a taco station is a really great option for your family or a party. Most of this can be prepared a head of time and kept cold until ready to serve. Here are a few of my favorites:
- Pre-diced vegetables
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Homemade Pico de Gallo
- Easiest Homemade Guacamole
- Sour Cream
- Mexican Street Corn
- Boom Boom Sauce or your favorite sauce
Tips for Making Tilapia Fish Tacos
Here are a few suggestions for making the fabulous Fish Tacos:
- Due to the delicate nature of this fish do not over cook the fish, it will make it dry
- Absolutely, you can cook this fish on the grill for added flavor
- Of Course, you can batter dip and fry this fish if your family prefers it
Truly, it is whatever your family will like best.
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Expert Tips for Making the Best Taco Recipe
- This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and cook in batches
- Slaw: Fish Tacos taste great with slaw, my favorite Sriracha Slaw
- Extra Seasoning: If your family likes it hot, try adding a few hotter spice blends
- Fresh Herbs: It is always nice to finish with something fresh, try Cilantro or Parsley
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Easy Fish Tacos with Cod
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 4 Cod Fillets
- 1 teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning Blend
- 1 teaspoon Chili Lime Seasoning, or Tajin
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 8 Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Coleslaw mix
- ¼ cup Cilantro Lime Sauce
- 2 Limes , cut into wedges
Instructions
- Season both sides of the fish with All Purpose Seasoning Blend and Chili Lime Seasoning.
- Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium high heat.
- Add filets to hot pan and cook on each side 3-4 minutes.
- Take off heat and place fish on plate.
- Add coleslaw mix to each tortilla
- Flake half of a cod filet onto each taco.
- Drizzle with Cilantro Lime Sauce.
- Squeeze lime wedge over taco before serving
Christina’s Notes
- Add Cheese: Really any kind you like but try Cotija or mexican blend.
- Dietary consideration tip: Use a sour cream alternative and/or omit the cheese or switch it up for a dairy free option.
- Slaw: Fish Tacos taste great with slaw, my favorite Sriracha Slaw
- Extra Seasoning: If your family likes it hot, try adding a few hotter spice blends
- Fresh Herbs: It is always nice to finish with something fresh, try Cilantro or Parsley
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
We loved these! So simple and just as delicious! Thanks!
My dinner looks sorted. Going to try this recipe tonight.
This was such a hit with my family! Super quick to make, too!
so simple and the tilapia really shines through.
Yum!! You can’t go wrong with fish tacos 🌮