Recipes for fish tacos

Fish tacos are a delicious and versatile dish, perfect for a quick meal or a fun dinner. Here are some recipes for making fish tacos with a variety of flavors and toppings:




### Classic Fish Tacos


#### Ingredients:
- **For the Fish:**
- 500g white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or halibut)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- Vegetable oil for frying


- **For the Slaw:**
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste


- **For the Tacos:**
- Small flour or corn tortillas
- Lime wedges for serving


#### Instructions:


1. **Prepare the Fish:**
- In a bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Dip the fish fillets in buttermilk, then coat them in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the fish for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.


2. **Prepare the Slaw:**
- In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Toss the slaw with the dressing until well coated.


3. **Assemble the Tacos:**
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or oven.
- Place a few pieces of fish in each tortilla, top with slaw, and squeeze a lime wedge over the top.
- Serve immediately.


### Spicy Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema


#### Ingredients:
- **For the Fish:**
- 500g white fish fillets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- Vegetable oil for frying


- **For the Avocado Crema:**
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste


- **For the Tacos:**
- Small flour or corn tortillas
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced radishes
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving


#### Instructions:


1. **Prepare the Fish:**
- Mix flour, cornmeal, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Dip fish fillets in buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry fish until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.


2. **Prepare the Avocado Crema:**
- In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.


3. **Assemble the Tacos:**
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or oven.
- Place fish in each tortilla, top with shredded lettuce, sliced radishes, and a dollop of avocado crema.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.


### Baja-Style Fish Tacos


#### Ingredients:
- **For the Fish:**
- 500g white fish fillets (such as mahi-mahi or cod)
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold beer or sparkling water (adjust for batter consistency)
- Vegetable oil for frying


- **For the Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce:**
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt to taste


- **For the Tacos:**
- Small flour or corn tortillas
- Shredded cabbage
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)


#### Instructions:


1. **Prepare the Fish:**
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in the cold beer or sparkling water until you have a smooth batter.
- Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip fish fillets in the batter and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.


2. **Prepare the Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce:**
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and salt. Stir until well combined.


3. **Assemble the Tacos:**
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or oven.
- Place crispy fish in each tortilla, top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and a drizzle of cilantro lime sauce.
- Garnish with additional chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeños if desired.


Each of these recipes brings a unique twist to fish tacos, so feel free to experiment and find your favorite version! Enjoy your homemade fish tacos!