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Crispy Fish Taco Bowls

Crispy Fish Taco Bowls

This recipe offers a delightful combination of crispy fish, fresh slaw, and a flavorful chipotle sauce, all served over rice or quinoa.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Fish

  • 1.5 lbs White Fish Fillets Cod, tilapia, or mahi-mahi, cut into 1-inch strips or chunks.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For dredging.
  • 2 Large Eggs Beaten, for binding.
  • 1.5 cups Panko Breadcrumbs For superior crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For color and smoky flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For a savory kick.
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin Powder For taco flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to your spice preference.
  • Salt to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper For seasoning.
  • ¼ cup Cooking Oil For frying or baking.

For the Slaw

  • 4 cups Shredded Cabbage Mix Green and red cabbage or coleslaw mix.
  • ½ cup Shredded Carrots For sweetness and color.
  • ¼ cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro For fresh flavor.

For the Chipotle Sauce

  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the dressing.
  • 2 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for tang.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Adds acidity and brightness.
  • 1 teaspoon Honey or Agave Nectar Optional for sweetness.
  • Salt to taste Pepper

For Serving

  • 3–4 cups Cooked Rice or Quinoa As the base.
  • Optional Toppings Sliced avocado or guacamole, diced tomatoes, pickled red onions, jalapeño slices, extra cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco, lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the fish by cutting it into 1-inch strips or chunks. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Dredge each piece of fish in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the fish until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and cilantro for the slaw.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the chipotle sauce.
  • Serve the crispy fish over cooked rice or quinoa, topped with slaw and chipotle sauce. Add optional toppings as desired.

Notes

You can customize the toppings based on your preference. Adjust the spice level in the fish seasoning if desired.
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