Best 9 Light And Crispy Fish Tacos Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure where flavors dance on your tongue and crispy textures tantalize your senses. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect light and crispy fish tacos, a culinary symphony that brings together the vibrant flavors of the sea, the crunch of fresh vegetables, and the tangy embrace of zesty sauces. Say goodbye to soggy, bland fish tacos and hello to a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to the sun-kissed beaches of Mexico. Dive into a world of culinary delights as we unveil the secrets to creating this tantalizing dish, one ingredient at a time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY FISH TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Crispy Fish Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: green cabbage, medium red onion, roma tomatoes, fresh cilantro, small jalapeño, lime juice, salt, all-purpose flour, old bay seasoning, baking powder, lager beer, vegetable oil, fresh cod, medium avocados, sour cream, lime juice, salt, corn tortilla, radish

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ head green cabbage, finely shredded
½ medium red onion, small diced
2 roma tomatoes, diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 small jalapeño, diced
2 tablespoons lime juice
salt, to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon old bay seasoning
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup lager beer
vegetable oil, for frying
1 lb fresh cod, cut into 1-inch (2-cm) thick strips
2 medium avocados
1 cup sour cream
¼ cup lime juice
salt, to taste
corn tortilla, warmed
radish, thinly sliced, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Make the cabbage slaw: Combine the cabbage, onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt in a large bowl. Toss well, then set aside.
  • Make the crispy fish: In a large bowl, combine the flour, Old Bay, and baking powder. Add the beer and whisk until smooth. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
  • Coat the fish in the batter, then transfer to the oil and fry until golden on the outside and cooked through, 5-7 minutes. Drain the fish on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  • Make the avocado crema: Add the avocados, sour cream, lime juice, and salt to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • To assemble the tacos, add a bit of the cabbage slaw to a warmed tortilla. Top with a piece of fried fish, avocado crema, and sliced radish.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CRISPY FISH TACOS



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I came up with this recipe because I love fish tacos and couldn't find any where I live that weren't overly breaded and kind of soggy. We love the crispiness and great flavor of this fish!

Provided by Bethany A

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

vegetable oil for frying
2 eggs
¼ cup milk
2 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
2 cups panko bread crumbs
6 cod fillets, quartered lengthwise
1 (10 ounce) package corn tortillas
1 cup sour cream
2 limes, cut into wedges
½ head napa cabbage, shredded
1 tomato, diced
½ onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs, milk, and taco seasoning together in a bowl using a whisk or a fork. Place panko bread crumbs in a separate bowl.
  • Coat each piece of cod in egg batter, followed by bread crumbs.
  • Place cod in hot oil and fry until golden brown and flaky, flipping halfway through if using a saucepan, 4 to 8 minutes, depending on size and fry method. Transfer to a platter covered with paper towels to drain. Keep warm.
  • Warm tortillas in a microwave oven, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Divide fish evenly between tortillas. Top tacos evenly with sour cream; squeeze lime juice over each. Top each with cabbage, tomato, onion, bell pepper, and avocado, in that order. Squeeze additional lime juice over each taco and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 224.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

CRISPY OVEN-FRIED FISH TACOS



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Fish tacos make a satisfying meal the entire family will love. Many restaurant versions are deep-fried, but our technique includes coating the fish in a seasoned whole-grain breading and spritzing it lightly with cooking spray before baking on a rack until golden brown. The result is a crispy exterior with moist and flaky fish inside.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Healthy Fish Taco Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

Cooking spray
1 cup whole-grain cereal flakes
¾ cup dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt, divided
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large egg whites
2 tablespoons water
1 pound cod, cut into 1/2-by-3-inch strips (cut in half horizontally, if very thick)
2 tablespoons avocado oil
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
3 cups coleslaw mix
1 avocado, diced
8 corn tortillas, warmed
Pico de gallo

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Set a wire rack on a baking sheet; coat with cooking spray.
  • Place cereal flakes, breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, garlic powder, paprika and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor and process until finely ground. Transfer to a shallow dish.
  • Place flour in a second shallow dish. Whisk egg whites and water together in a third shallow dish. Dredge each piece of fish in the flour, dip it in the egg white mixture and then coat on all sides with the breadcrumb mixture. Place on the prepared rack. Coat both sides of the breaded fish with cooking spray. Bake until the fish is cooked through and the breading is golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk oil, vinegar and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each pepper and salt in a medium bowl. Add coleslaw mix and toss to coat.
  • Divide the fish, coleslaw mix and avocado evenly among tortillas. Serve with pico de gallo, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calories, Carbohydrate 65.4 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 15.2 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 472.3 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

CRISPY FISH TACOS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Peanut oil, for frying
2 cups panko bread crumbs*
3 eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds halibut, snapper, or other firm flesh white fish
8 corn tortillas
1/2 head napa cabbage, shredded
Pink Chili Mayo, recipe follows
Lime wedges, for garnish
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups sour cream
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
Juice 1/2 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To fry the fish: Fill a large heavy bottomed pot about 1/3 full of peanut oil. Heat to 375 degrees F. While the oil is heating, put the breadcrumbs into a shallow dish. Break the eggs into another shallow dish, season with salt and pepper, and beat them with 2 tablespoons of water. Cut the fish into 1-inch wide strips. Dip them into the egg, then coat them well with the breadcrumbs. Set aside and let them rest for 10 minutes. Cook the fish a few pieces at a time until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • To make the tacos: Heat a dry cast iron skillet over medium heat. Warm a corn tortilla in the pan until it softens, about 30 seconds. Place a fish strip on it, top with some of the shredded cabbage, and a big dollop of Pink Chili Mayo. Squeeze on some lime juice, roll up, and eat!
  • Put the mayonnaise, sour cream, peppers, and lime juice in a blender and process to a puree. Refrigerate the mayo for 1/2 hour to let the flavors to blend; taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Yield: 8 servings

CRISPY FISH TACOS RECIPE



Crispy Fish Tacos Recipe image

Try our Crispy Fish Tacos recipe. The fish is covered with a seasoned coating and then baked in the oven until crisp and golden brown. It's all served on warmed corn tortillas topped with fresh salsa. Bring the Crispy Fish Tacos recipe to your next taco night!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. tilapia fillets, cut into 2-1/2x3/4-inch sticks
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 cup slivered red onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Lime Vinaigrette Dressing
8 corn tortillas (6 inch)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped mixed baby salad greens

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Toss fish, in batches, with coating mix as directed on package. Place on parchment-covered baking sheet.
  • Bake 10 min. or until fish flakes easily with fork. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, onions and garlic in medium bowl. Add dressing; mix lightly.
  • Top tortillas with fish, tomato mixture, cilantro and salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 1110 mg, Carbohydrate 49 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 30 g

LIGHT AND YUMMY FISH TACOS



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I have adopted this recipe as I have made it quite often, Original into: Made this up one day and it is so good I thought I would post it. I marinated my halibut for 2 hours in Mariel's Amazing Salad Dressing recipe #106449 - this is optional.

Provided by Dawnab

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 10 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb halibut fillets, skin removed or 1 lb another white fish fillet, your choice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 green cabbage
1/4 cup chopped white onion
1/4 cup chopped English cucumber
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juice of
salt and pepper
guacamole (see Chunky Guacamole)
salsa (see Salsa Fresca Salsa Fresca)
10 corn tortillas, warmed (see Corn Tortillas)

Steps:

  • Make the cabbage slaw: chiffonade cabbage, add onion, cucumber and cilantro; squeeze juice of 1 lime over the top and toss; add salt and pepper to taste; let sit at room for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Heat a non-stick oven proof pan over medium heat, add olive oil, add halibut and brown on one side, turn halibut over and put pan in the oven for about 10-15 minutes until halibut is flakey and cooked through.
  • To serve: flake cooked halibut into a bowl and serve with warmed corn tortillas and the bowls of the cabbage slaw, guacamole and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.8, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 53.1, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.2, Protein 12

QUICK AND EASY FISH TACOS



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You can serve these delightful tacos with a tossed salad and french fries, or just throw it all together for a quick and tasty snack. If you use salsa and tartar sauce, you can make it ahead or use store-bought.

Provided by Chris

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

30 breaded frozen fish sticks
½ cup vegetable oil
10 corn tortillas
½ pound finely shredded red cabbage
¾ cup tartar sauce
¾ cup salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Arrange fish sticks in a single layer on a baking sheet, and bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until crisp and golden brown. Remove from heat and cut into thirds.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tortillas until soft. Drain on paper towels.
  • Fill the heated tortillas with fish stick portions, cabbage, tartar sauce, and salsa to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 21.1 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 428.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

EASY FISH TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Fish Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: green cabbage, red onion, sour cream, lime, salt, tilapia fillets, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, corn tortillas, cilantro, lime

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups green cabbage, shredded
½ cup red onion, diced
1 cup sour cream
1 lime, juiced
¼ teaspoon salt
4 tilapia fillets
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ground
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
16 corn tortillas
cilantro, to taste
lime, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red onion, sour cream, lime juice, and salt. Chill until ready to serve.
  • In a bowl, mix cayenne, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Season each tilapia fillet on both sides with the seasoning mix.
  • Over medium-high heat, cook 2 fillets at a time for 8 minutes, flipping halfway. Repeat for the remaining fillets.
  • Using a fork, break apart the fillets into bite-size pieces.
  • Right before serving, heat the corn tortillas in the pan over high heat. Remove from the pan and assemble the tacos with the cabbage slaw and tilapia.
  • Garnish with cilantro and lime juice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CRISPY FISH TACOS



Crispy Fish Tacos image

Excellent recipe! This is so fresh-tasting and different. Use with my Chili Mayo (see in my recipes).

Provided by spatchcock

Categories     Halibut

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

peanut oil, for frying
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
3 eggs
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 lbs red snapper fillets or 2 lbs other firm flesh white fish fillets
8 corn tortillas
1/2 head napa cabbage, shredded
chili mayonnaise (see posted in my recipes)
lime wedge, for garnish

Steps:

  • To fry the fish: Fill a large heavy bottomed pot about 1/3 full of peanut oil. Heat to 375 degrees F.
  • While the oil is heating, put the breadcrumbs into a shallow dish. Break the eggs into another shallow dish, season with salt and pepper, and beat them with 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Cut the fish into 1-inch wide strips. Dip them into the egg, then coat them well with the breadcrumbs.
  • Set aside and let them rest for 10 minutes.
  • Cook the fish a few pieces at a time until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • To make the tacos: Heat a dry cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  • Warm a corn tortilla in the pan until it softens, about 30 seconds.
  • Place a fish strip on it, top with some of the shredded cabbage, and a big dollop of Chili Mayo.
  • Squeeze on some lime juice, roll up, and eat!

Tips for Making Perfect Fish Tacos:

  • Choosing the Right Fish: Opt for firm, flaky fish like cod, tilapia, or halibut. These varieties hold their shape well during cooking and provide a delicate flavor that pairs well with the other taco ingredients.
  • Seasoning the Fish: Don't be afraid to season the fish generously. A simple combination of salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin is a great starting point. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice or a touch of chili powder for an extra kick.
  • Cooking the Fish: Pan-frying is a quick and easy way to cook the fish for tacos. Make sure to heat the oil over medium-high heat before adding the fish. This will help create a crispy crust while keeping the inside moist and flaky.
  • Preparing the Cabbage Slaw: For a light and refreshing slaw, use a combination of green and red cabbage, shredded carrots, and a tangy dressing made with lime juice, mayonnaise, and cilantro. You can also add a bit of chopped jalapeño for a spicy kick.
  • Assembling the Tacos: Warm the tortillas before filling them with the cooked fish, cabbage slaw, and your favorite toppings. Some popular options include pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream. Don't forget the lime wedges for a burst of freshness.

Conclusion:

Fish tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. With their crispy fish, tangy slaw, and flavorful toppings, these tacos are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor, give fish tacos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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