Skinny Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema
A light and flavorful meal, Skinny Fish Tacos are ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Small blender or food processor
- 1 Non-stick skillet or grill pan
- 1 Spatula
- Measuring spoons and cups
- 1 Whisk or fork
- Serving plates
Ingredients
For the fish
- 1 lb white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Cilantro Lime Crema
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or low-fat)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
For Assembly
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Cilantro Lime Crema: Combine Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt in a small blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Season the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne (if using), and salt. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fish.
- Cook the Fish: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add the fish and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until it becomes opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 2 minutes before gently breaking it into large chunks.
- Warm the Tortillas: Use the same skillet to warm the tortillas for 20–30 seconds per side, or wrap them in foil and heat in a low oven (300°F/150°C) for 5 minutes.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a few pieces of fish on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño slices if desired. Drizzle with cilantro lime crema.
- Serve: Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Cooking Tips
- Fish Alternatives: Try shrimp or salmon if you prefer different seafood options.
- Spice Level: Amp up the heat by adding more cayenne or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- Tortilla Choices: Use whole wheat tortillas for extra fiber or opt for lettuce wraps as a low-carb alternative.
- Crema Shortcut: If a blender isn’t available, finely chop the cilantro and whisk all crema ingredients by hand.
