Best 4 Quick Fish Tacos Recipes

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Craving a delightful and speedy meal? Look no further than quick fish tacos! These tacos are a perfect fusion of flavors, combining the freshness of fish with the tangy zest of Mexican spices. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating mouthwatering fish tacos in a jiffy. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that promises both convenience and satisfaction.

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QUICK FISH TACOS



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This simple yet scrumptious recipe has a nice kick and is a house favorite. Delicious!

Provided by Huge

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 jalapeno pepper, halved lengthwise
2 ½ cups shredded red cabbage
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into strips
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix sour cream and lime juice together in a large bowl; season with salt and black pepper. Reserve about half the mixture in another bowl for serving. Mince half the jalapeno pepper; save other half for later. Toss cabbage, green onions, and minced jalapeno half in remaining sour cream mixture until slaw is well mixed.
  • Heat olive oil and remaining jalapeno half in a large skillet over medium heat; swirl oil to coat skillet evenly. Season tilapia fillets with salt and pepper. Pan-fry fish strips in the skillet in 2 batches until fish is golden brown and easily flaked with a fork, 5 to 6 minutes. Discard jalapeno half.
  • Heat tortillas in the microwave on high until warm, 20 to 30 seconds.
  • Serve fish in warmed tortillas topped with cabbage slaw, reserved sour cream mixture, and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 480.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

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

CERVEZA-BATTERED FISH TACOS WITH QUICK-PICKLED ONION AND CUCUMBER



Cerveza-Battered Fish Tacos with Quick-Pickled Onion and Cucumber image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Vegetable oil, for frying
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons ground cumin
3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3 teaspoons salt
12 ounces beer
3 (8-ounce) tilapia fillets, cut into chunks
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
Quick-Pickled Onion and Cucumber, recipe follows
3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon salt
1 large red onion, medium dice
1 large Vidalia onion, medium dice
1 English cucumber, medium dice
1 habanero chile, seeds removed, minced
1 Roma tomato, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with oil halfway up the pot. Heat oil to 350 degrees F. Preheat grill.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together 1 cup flour, cumin, cayenne, and salt. Slowly whisk in beer until thick, but not runny. Dredge fish in remaining flour first, then dunk in the batter. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper-toweled lined plate.
  • Meanwhile, grill tortillas on grill.
  • Serve fish in tortillas topped with Quick-Pickled Onion and Cucumber.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring to a boil the vinegar, sugar, water, and salt. Add onions and cucumber and continue to cook a few minutes more. Remove from heat, add chile, and transfer to a bowl. Let cool slightly then chill covered, for at least 1 hour.
  • Toss in the tomato and cilantro, 5 minutes before serving.

QUICK GRILLED FISH TACOS



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Nothing fishy going on here! Grill the fish and tortillas for these tasty tacos, and dinner's done in 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb white fish fillets, such as tilapia or catfish
2 tablespoons Old El Paso™ 40% less-sodium taco seasoning mix (from 1 oz package)
3 tablespoons reduced-fat ranch dressing
4 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
1 small jalapeño chile, seeded, finely chopped
10 corn tortillas (6 inch)
1 1/4 cups sliced radishes (about 10)
Red pepper sauce to taste, if desired
Tomatillo salsa, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Cut 1 (18x12-inch) sheet of heavy-duty foil; spray with cooking spray. Sprinkle both sides of fish fillets with 2 teaspoons of the seasoning mix. Place fish on center of foil sheet. Bring up 2 sides of foil so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
  • Place packet on grill over high heat. Cover grill; cook about 10 minutes, rotating packet 1/2 turn after 5 minutes, until fish flakes easily with fork. Let cool slightly; cut into bite-size chunks.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix dressing and remaining 4 teaspoons seasoning mix. Add coleslaw mix and chile; toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes. Meanwhile, wrap stack of tortillas in sheet of foil; place on coolest part of grill 5 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until steaming.
  • To serve, spoon about 1/4 cup fish chunks and 1/4 cup coleslaw mixture onto each tortilla; top with 2 tablespoons radishes. Fold tortillas around filling. Serve with pepper sauce and tomatillo salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh fish. Fresh fish will have a firmer texture and better flavor than frozen fish.
  • Choose the right fish. Not all fish are created equal for tacos. Some good choices include tilapia, cod, salmon, and halibut.
  • Season the fish well. A simple seasoning of salt, pepper, and chili powder can go a long way.
  • Cook the fish properly. Overcooked fish is tough and dry. Cook the fish until it is just opaque in the center.
  • Use a variety of toppings. The possibilities are endless when it comes to toppings for fish tacos. Some popular choices include cabbage, salsa, avocado, and sour cream.
  • Make your own tortillas. Homemade tortillas are always better than store-bought tortillas. If you don't have time to make your own, look for high-quality store-bought tortillas.

Conclusion:

Fish tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive party dish, fish tacos are a great option.

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