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Crispy Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

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Delicious crispy fish tacos topped with a zesty cilantro lime slaw, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound White fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour (for coating the fish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Buttermilk (for dipping the fish)
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 2 cups Shredded cabbage (green or purple)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon Honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small Corn or flour tortillas (warmed)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)
  • Optional toppings (sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, or Cotija cheese)

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  2. Pour the buttermilk into another bowl for dipping the fish.
  3. Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, and then dredge in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add the fish fillets and fry for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Transfer the cooked fish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime juice, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper for the slaw.
  8. Place a piece of crispy fish in each warm tortilla, top with cilantro lime slaw and any optional toppings.
  9. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Store leftover fish, slaw, and tortillas separately to maintain freshness.

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