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Mexican Fish Tacos with Zesty Lime Crema

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These Mexican Fish Tacos with Zesty Lime Crema are a fresh, flavorful take on a classic favorite. The combination of lightly seasoned, crispy fish, crunchy cabbage, and tangy lime crema creates a balance of textures and tastes that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for a casual dinner or entertaining guests, these tacos are simple to prepare and highly versatile.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Zesty Lime Crema:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine flour, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
  2. Pat fish pieces dry and coat in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook fish 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Transfer to paper towels.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and salt until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Warm tortillas on a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side. Keep warm.
  6. Assemble tacos: layer cabbage, tomatoes, fish, drizzle with lime crema, and sprinkle with cilantro.
  7. Optional toppings: avocado slices, pickled onions, or crumbled cheese.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Fish can be substituted with shrimp or another preferred seafood.

The recipe is easily adjustable for spice levels and toppings.

For a dairy-free version, replace sour cream and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20