Best 4 Spicy Slaw For Fish Tacos Recipes

Taste buds, prepare yourselves for a delightful culinary journey as we delve into the realm of creating the perfect spicy slaw, an indispensable companion to the tantalizing fish tacos. This vibrant and zesty slaw serves as a symphony of flavors, adding a burst of freshness, crunch, and a touch of heat to every bite. Let's unveil the secrets behind preparing this delectable slaw, exploring the ideal blend of ingredients and techniques to elevate your fish tacos to a whole new level of culinary excellence.

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

FISH TACOS WITH SPICY SLAW

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Chef Marcus Samuelsson shares this taco recipe, saying it's the freshest fish you can find that works the best and that you need a very hot grill for optimum success. Put the spicy slaw on top of each taco.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for grill
1 pound skinless firm, white fish fillets, such as cod or striped bass, cut into 3-inch pieces
1 small bunch cilantro, stems and leaves separated, roughly chopped
3 jalapenos
Salt and pepper
2 tomatoes, seeded and diced small
3 napa cabbage leaves, shredded
1 small red onion, finely chopped
Smoky Seasoning Salt (see Cook's Notes)
8 corn tortillas, toasted
Lime juice, plus wedges for serving
Sliced avocado, for serving

Steps:

Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Combine fish, cilantro stems, and jalapenos. Coat with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill fish and jalapenos until fish is opaque throughout and jalapenos are charred and tender, about 5 minutes per side.
In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, cabbage, and onion. Seed and finely chop 2 grilled jalapenos and add to bowl. Season to taste with seasoning salt and lime juice. Flake fish and divide among tortillas. Top with slaw and serve with cilantro leaves; remaining grilled jalapeno, thinly sliced; more seasoning salt; lime wedges; and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

SPICY SLAW FOR FISH TACOS

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This spicy coleslaw's flavor comes from cilantro and lemon juice and its heat comes from Sriracha hot sauce. It's great with fish tacos or barbecue!

Provided by firegirl

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

½ medium head cabbage
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1 pinch ground cumin, or to taste
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or more to taste
½ medium onion, finely sliced
1 medium carrot, diced
½ bunch fresh cilantro, leaves finely chopped

Steps:

Finely chop cabbage, then cut into short strips. Place in a bowl with garlic, chili powder, salt, and cumin; mix to combine. Mix in mayonnaise and Sriracha. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
Add onion, carrot, and cilantro; mix to combine. Taste and add more lemon juice if desired. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving so flavors have time to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 285.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

EASY FISH TACOS WITH SLAW

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A light fried fish fillet topped with a spicy slaw. My eleven-year-old loves this dish!

Provided by miss_maya

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package coleslaw mix
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
¾ cup Greek yogurt
2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound white fish fillets
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 quart oil for frying, or as needed
8 (6 inch) fajita-sized flour tortillas
1 avocado, diced, or to taste
1 medium tomato, chopped, or to taste

Steps:

Mix coleslaw mix, cilantro, yogurt, peppers, vinegar, adobo sauce, and salt for slaw together and set aside in the refrigerator.
Cut fillets into 2-ounce portions. Season fish with 1 teaspoon salt, dried cilantro, cumin, and oregano. Allow to rest while combining flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon salt, and cayenne in a shallow dish.
Dip each fillet in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Set aside for at least 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat 1 inch of oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Fry fish in the hot oil until golden and it flakes easily with a fork, about 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
To assemble, top a tortilla with one fillet, 1/4 cup slaw, and slices of avocado and tomato if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 899.7 calories, Carbohydrate 82.4 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 48.3 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1734.3 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

BAJA FRIED FISH TACOS WITH SPICY CABBAGE SLAW

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I love these fish tacos. You can find them in many California areas. You can either order the fish grilled or fried and because I love deep fried food, it's always fried fish for me when ordering or making them. Besides the spicy cabbage slaw I also like to top the whole thing with mounds of salsa and taco sauce. Goes great with Pacifico!

Provided by Rinshinomori

Categories Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup salsa
1/3 cup mayonnaise
vegetable oil (for deep frying)
3/4 cup beer, plus
2 -3 tablespoons beer
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 -1 1/4 lb cod fish fillet, cut into 2 inch cubes
8 corn tortillas
4 cups coleslaw mix
8 lime wedges

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix salsa and mayonnaise; set aside.
In a Dutch oven or deep skillet, heat oil over medium high heat until it reaches 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). While the oil heats up, whisk beer, flour and salt in a medium bowl until smooth.
Using a fork, coat fish pieces in batter. Working in 2 batches, slide coated fish into hot oil. Fry until golden, about 4 minutes per batch. Lift out with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels; keep warm.
In a dry hot skillet, warm corn tortillas individually for 1-2 minutes per side. Stack on top of each other and keep warm in the oven.
To assemble, place 2 corn tortillas each on 4 individual plates.
Put 1/2 cup of cabbage on each tortilla. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of the salsa mixture over each one. Evenly distribute fish pieces over the salsa and cabbage. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 842.7, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 107.9, Sodium 1833.5, Carbohydrate 111.3, Fiber 13.6, Sugar 13, Protein 55.9

Tips:

Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage and other vegetables for the slaw. This will help the slaw to stay crisp and flavorful.
If you don't have any mayonnaise on hand, you can substitute Greek yogurt or sour cream. Just be sure to add a little extra lemon juice or vinegar to brighten up the flavor.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the slaw, such as shredded carrots, jicama, or bell peppers. You can also add chopped cilantro or parsley for extra flavor.
Serve the slaw immediately, or chill it for up to 2 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Spicy slaw is the perfect accompaniment to fish tacos, but it can also be served with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu. It's also a great side dish for potlucks and barbecues.

Conclusion:

Spicy slaw is a delicious and versatile side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy your favorite foods, give spicy slaw a try!