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Delicious zesty fish tacos served with fresh toppings

Zesty Fish Tacos

Quick and easy fish tacos with a spicy Sriracha lime sauce that will please your taste buds and impress your friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 1 lb white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or your choice)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving
For the Spicy Sriracha Lime Sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust based on your spice tolerance
  • 1 Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon honey for a touch of sweetness
  • to taste Salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Sriracha, lime juice, honey, and a sprinkle of salt. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  2. Pat the fish fillets dry and season with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the seasoned fish fillets. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  2. While the fish is cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
Assembly
  1. Flake the cooked fish into bite-sized pieces and place them into each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, drizzle with the spicy sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Fish Alternatives: Use shrimp or grilled veggies for a plant-based option. Prepare the sauce in advance and store in the fridge.