Description
These Cod Fish Tacos are a delicious and easy seafood dish that’s perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. Tender cod fillets are seasoned with a blend of spices, grilled to perfection, and served in warm tortillas with a zesty creamy sauce and crunchy slaw. These tacos are a great option for a casual weeknight dinner or a fun taco night with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Cod Fish Tacos:
- 1 lb cod fillets, cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- juice of 1 lime
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage or slaw mix
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Cod: In a bowl, toss cod strips with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, hot sauce (if using), and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Cook the Cod: Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the cod for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas, place cabbage on each, top with cod, drizzle with sauce, and sprinkle with cilantro.
- Serve: Serve with lime wedges. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can use tilapia or halibut as a substitute for cod.
- Customize with avocado, pickled onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
