Best 7 Fish Taco Tartar Sauce Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the world of flavors with our comprehensive guide to creating the ultimate fish taco tartar sauce. We'll take you on a journey through a symphony of textures and tastes, exploring the perfect balance between tangy, creamy, and zesty. Discover the secrets to crafting a tartar sauce that elevates your fish tacos to a gourmet experience, leaving you craving more with every bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FISH TACOS WITH HOMEMADE TARTAR SAUCE



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Provided by lyuba

Number Of Ingredients 18

For Tartar Sauce:
2/3 cup mayo
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tbs of capers
1/2 tsp juice from capers
1 tbs chopped green onion
1 tsp lemon juice
salt and fresh cracked black pepper
For Fish Tacos:
2 4- oz cod fillet
1/2 cup flour
salt (pepper)
3 tbs oil
4 small flour tortillas
Lettuce (to taste)
Tomatoes (to taste)
Shredded carrots (to taste)
Fresh dill weed

Steps:

  • For Tartar Sauce: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • For Fish Tacos:
  • Preheat the oil in a medium cooking pan.
  • Combine flour, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.
  • Cut the fish fillets in 3-4 long pieces and bread each piece, lightly, in flour.
  • Cook the fish until completely cooked.
  • Prepare the tortillas by warming them up and filling with lettuce, tomatoes and carrots. Add the cooked fish and tartar sauce. Garnish with a little bit of dill weed.

CRACKLING FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE TARTAR SAUCE



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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Time 1h2m

Yield 8 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo sauce seeds removed, finely chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 scallion, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Salt
2 pounds skinless red snapper fillets (or other firm, flaky white fish)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups vegetable oil, for frying
8 8-inch flour tortillas
1 cucumber, peeled, quartered lengthwise, seeded and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups arugula leaves
1 cup fresh cilantro
Zest of 2 oranges
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine all the tartar sauce ingredients in a small bowl, using salt to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Rinse the fish under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into 1-inch pieces and put in a bowl with the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper. Turn the fish to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Place the flour in a shallow dish and toss the fish pieces in it, a few at a time, until evenly coated. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. (To see if it's hot enough, place a small piece of bread in the oil; it should sizzle immediately.) Carefully add a few pieces of fish at a time, shaking off excess flour before placing them in the oil. Fry until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes; transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tortilla and warm for 10 to 20 seconds on each side. Place on a plate and cover with a kitchen towel; repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Spread a dollop of the chipotle tartar sauce on a warmed tortilla. Add a few pieces of cucumber and top with 3 or 4 pieces of fish, a few arugula and cilantro leaves and a little orange zest. Serve with lime wedges and more tartar sauce on the side.

FISH TACO SAUCE



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I use this sauce for my fish tacos. You can make this ahead and keep in the fridge. You can substitute any hot sauce for the sriracha.

Provided by Kaylee Flores

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon sriracha hot sauce

Steps:

  • Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and sriracha hot sauce together in a bowl until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 48.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CHICHARRONES FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE TARTAR SAUCE



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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 scallion, white and light green parts only, sliced
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeds removed and finely chopped
1/2 lime, juiced
Salt
2 pounds skinless Pacific cod (or other firm, flaky white fish), cut into 1-inch chunks
4 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus additional for seasoning
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying
Salt
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, halved crosswise and sliced into 1/2-inch thick strips, for serving
2 cups arugula, stems removed, for serving
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, for serving
1 ripe Hass avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and sliced, for serving
2 oranges, zested, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • To prepare the tartar sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, garlic, scallion, chipotle, and lime juice in a small bowl and mix well. Add salt, to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use. Keep covered in the refrigerator up to 1 week.;
  • To prepare the tacos: Put the fish in a large bowl. Place the garlic cloves on a cutting board. Slice the cloves in half lengthwise and then smash with the side of a chef's knife. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over the garlic and chop and smear the garlic against the cutting board until it makes a paste. Add the garlic paste to the bowl of fish. Add the Worcestershire sauce and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; turning the fish to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Place the flour in a shallow dish and toss the fish pieces in it a few at a time, until they're all evenly coated. Shake off the excess flour.
  • Heat 2-inches of oil to 375 degrees F in a heavy skillet or deep pot over medium-high heat. Carefully add a few pieces of the fish at a time and fry until golden brown all over, about 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and pepper while they are still hot. Allow the frying oil to return to temperature and continue to fry the fish in batches until finished.
  • Wrap the tortillas in a damp kitchen towel and place in the microwave. Microwave on full power for 30 seconds until they are soft and pliable. Keep warm.
  • To serve: Spread a dollop of the chipotle tartar sauce onto a warmed tortilla. Add a few strips of cucumber and top with 3 or 4 pieces of fish. Cover with a few arugula leaves, cilantro leaves, avocado, and a little orange zest. Serve with more tartar sauce on the side and lime wedges.

FISH TACO TARTAR SAUCE



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Make and share this Fish Taco Tartar Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lil sis

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 3/4 cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon pasilla chili powder
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno (optional)
1 teaspoon chipotle chili sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together -- best when chilled an hour before you need it.

CHICHARRONES FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE TARTAR SAUCE



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The key to really great chicharron is to make sure that the fried fish is crispy and not greasy. You can add some avocado slices to each taco for a creamy, cool complement. Recipe courtesy of Ingrid Hoffman.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     South American

Time 40m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo, seeded and finely chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 scallion, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
salt, to taste
2 lbs skinless red snapper fillets (or other firm, flaky white fish)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups vegetable oil, for frying (more if necessary)
8 flour tortillas (6 inch size)
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and sliced into 1/2 inch thick long strips
6 ounces arugula leaves
1 cup cilantro leaf
2 oranges, zest of
lime wedge, for serving

Steps:

  • Tartar Sauce:.
  • Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Adjust the salt to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Tacos:.
  • Rinse the fish under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut the fish into 1 inch cubes and put in a large bowl. Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper and turn the fish carefully to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 20 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Put the flour on a plaate and toss the fish pieces in it a few at a time, until they are all evenly coated.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F. Carefully add a few pieces of the fish at a time, shaking off any excess flour before placing them into the oil. Fry until the fish pieces are golden brown all over, about 4-6 minutes. Then transfer them to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tortilla and warm for 10-15 seconds. Flip the tortilla and warm until it is pliant and heated through, another 10-20 seconds. Place on a plate and cover with a towel to keep them warm. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Spread a dollop of the chipotle tartar sauce onto a warmed tortilla. Add a few strips of cucumber and top with 3 or 4 pieces of fish. Cover with a few arugula leaves and cilantro leaves and a sprinkling of the orange zest. Serve with more chipotle tartar sauce and the lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!

CRISPY BAKED FISH WITH TARTAR SAUCE



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Charming fish shacks and salty sea air aren't a weeknight possibility for most of us, but thankfully, this recipe is. It features a clever technique from recipe developer Molly Kreuger: Creamy tartar sauce is spread on the fish to add flavor, keep the fillets moist during cooking and help the bread crumbs adhere to the fish. (Feel free to use your favorite tartar sauce in place of the one below.) The fish is baked until nearly cooked through, then broiled to toast the breadcrumb topping. The end result is crispy, creamy, tangy and moist, all of which is achieved without having to deal with a big pot of oil. Eat with more tartar sauce and a squeeze of lemon.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, weekday, seafood, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup mayonnaise
5 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped pickles (such as cornichons or half sour)
2 tablespoons finely chopped tarragon, dill or parsley
1 teaspoon Worcestershire or soy sauce
1 small garlic clove
1 large lemon
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing
4 (6-ounce) thick white fish fillets, such as halibut or cod (skin on or off)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees and set a rack in the upper part. In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, capers, pickles, herbs and Worcestershire sauce. Using a Microplane, finely grate the garlic into the bowl, then grate in the zest of the lemon. (Hold onto the lemon; you'll use the juice later.) Stir to combine and season the tartar sauce to taste with salt and lots of pepper.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the panko and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Pat the fish dry on all sides and season lightly all over with salt and pepper. Transfer to a lightly greased or foil-lined sheet pan. Coat the top with a thin layer of the tartar sauce (a scant tablespoon per fillet). Sprinkle the panko evenly on top (about 2 tablespoons per fillet), pressing gently to adhere.
  • Bake the fish on the top rack until almost cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes for fillets between ½- and ¾-inch-thick (though you should check earlier, if using a thinner fish). An instant-read thermometer should read somewhere between 125 and 130 degrees when inserted into the thickest part of the fish.
  • Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon juice from the lemon to the tartar sauce and cut the remaining lemon into 4 wedges for serving.
  • When the fish is nearly cooked through, switch the oven to broil. Broil the fish on the top rack until the bread crumbs are golden and the fish flakes easily and registers 140 degrees in the thickest part, 2 to 3 minutes. Eat with a spoonful of tartar sauce, more black pepper and a squeeze of lemon. (Any extra tartar sauce will keep for up to a week in the fridge.)

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Make sure the fish is cooked through before adding it to the tacos.
  • Use a variety of toppings to create flavorful and interesting tacos.
  • Serve the tacos immediately with plenty of tartar sauce.
  • For a healthier option, use whole-wheat tortillas and low-fat sour cream.

Conclusion:

Fish tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of toppings and sauces to choose from, there are endless possibilities for creating unique and flavorful tacos. Serve them for lunch, dinner, or as a party appetizer. They are sure to be a hit!

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