Description
Crispy Fish Tacos combine crunchy, golden fish with soft tortillas and fresh toppings, making it a fun and tasty seafood dish perfect for casual meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound white fish fillets (like cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Shredded cabbage
- Sliced avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Tangy sauce (such as sour cream or a yogurt-based sauce)
Instructions
- Cut the fish fillets into strips and set aside.
- In one bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, add the beaten eggs. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dip each fish strip first into the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the fish strips and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Assemble the tacos by placing crispy fish on the tortillas and topping with shredded cabbage, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro.
- Drizzle with tangy sauce and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Serve immediately for the best texture. Add extra lime wedges and toppings for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican