Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets, such as cod, halibut, or mahi-mahi
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 8 warm flour or corn tortillas
Directions
- Cut fish into 2-inch chunks.
- In a small bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Sprinkle over fish and toss to coat.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, combine onion, cabbage, cilantro and lime juice. Toss to combine.
- To assemble tacos, place a few pieces of fish in each tortilla, top with slaw and serve.
Interesting Facts
- Fish tacos are a popular dish in Baja California, Mexico, and have become a staple of Mexican-style cuisine in the United States.
- Cumin and chili powder are often used to season fish tacos, but you can also use other spices such as garlic powder, paprika, oregano, or cayenne pepper.
- Fish tacos can be served with a variety of toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce.
