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Fish Tacos for Meatless Mondays

Tacos have been part of Mexico's culinary heritage for well over a hundred years. Originally made fried, this is a healthier version that is packed with delicious flavors and lower in calories. The fish is marinated in spices and olive oil and then cooked until a crispy coating is achieved, providing delicious and unique flavors. Healthier than deep frying.
Since their inception, fish tacos have become very popular in American cuisine, and I can see why-they are so delicious and healthy too! When you look at the ingredients, it consists mainly of vegetables and lean protein, so eat up!
This meal is so much fun to make, especially with children, because you don't have to worry about them hurting themselves. You can do the stovetop work, but the rest can be done by them. And as I always say, when you get children involved in their meal preparation, they WILL eat it. So Enjoy!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Brunch, Dinner, Main Dish, Seafood
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 servings
Calories 542 kcal

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Stove
  • skillet
  • Aluminum foil
  • microwave (optional)
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • food processor for salsa

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 pound cod cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
  • 4 pieces soft corn tortillas
  • 1 fresh lime quartered
  • 1 avocado peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup Queso Fresco Cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh pineapple cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 scallions cut diagonally into 1/4 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup fresh salsa
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1 serrano pepper sliced thinly

Instructions
 

  • In a large rimmed plate or flat-bottomed bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, cumin, oregano, taco seasoning, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt. Combine all of the spices into the oil.
    Pat the fish dry with paper towels and cut into 2-inch pieces. Place the fish in the marinade. Allow it to rest for about 20 minutes.
  • In the meantime, prepare all of the other ingredients.
  • Warm the corn tortillas either in the microwave between wet paper towels; in the oven or on the stove in a very hot cast iron skillet. Wrap them in aluminum foil to keep warm.
  • In a large skillet, place the fish with the marinade and cook over medium heat about 2-2 1/2 minutes per side. Do not move the fish around the skillet as it cooks or it will fall apart.
  • Take each tortilla and evenly divide the fish. Top off with the salsa, avocado, pineapple, scallion, Queso Fresco cheese, about 1 teaspoon salsa on each taco, Serrano pepper (optional) and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Enjoy making this fun, healthy dish with your children!

Nutrition

Calories: 542kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 27gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 26gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 635mgPotassium: 1302mgFiber: 11gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1592IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 181mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Avocado, Cod, Fish, Queso Fresco, Seafood, Tacos
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