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Crispy Fish Tacos

Delicious and easy-to-make crispy fish tacos perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 lb white fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia)
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
For Assembly
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup sliced avocados
  • 1 cup tangy sauce (e.g., lime crema or spicy mayo)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge fish fillets in the mixture, coating well.
  4. Fry fish in hot oil until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Warm tortillas in a separate skillet.
Assembly
  1. Assemble tacos by placing fried fish on tortillas, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and avocados.
  2. Drizzle with tangy sauce before serving.

Notes

Use a thermometer to check your oil temperature at around 350°F for perfect frying. Leftover fillings can be stuffed into a salad for lunch. Consider adding spices like chili powder for extra flavor. For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs instead of cornmeal or flour.