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Fish Tacos Lime Crema

Delicious Fish Tacos with Zesty Lime Crema You’ll Love

Enjoy these Fish Tacos Lime Crema, a quick weeknight meal featuring flaky fish and vibrant slaw.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1.5 lbs White Fish Fillets Cod, Mahi-Mahi, or Tilapia are ideal options.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can be substituted with avocado oil.
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 0.5 tsp Cumin For an authentic taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika Enhances flavor.
  • 0.25 tsp Garlic Powder Plus another 1/4 tsp for crema.
  • 0.25 tsp Onion Powder
  • 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper Optional for heat.
  • Salt Essential for flavor.
  • Black Pepper Essential for flavor.
For the Lime Crema
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
  • 0.25 cup Mayonnaise Can replace with extra sour cream.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice Essential for lime crema.
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Fresh Cilantro Optional.
For the Slaw
  • 4 cups Shredded Cabbage Mix of green and purple.
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Red Onion Scallions can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup Can be left out.
For Assembling the Tacos
  • 12 6-inch Corn or Flour Tortillas Warm and delicious encasings.
  • Optional Toppings Avocado slices, diced tomatoes, hot sauce, or lime wedges.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by patting the white fish fillets dry to remove excess moisture, then drizzle in olive oil and season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne if desired.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Cook the seasoned fish fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. In another bowl, mix shredded cabbage, carrots, and red onion. Whisk apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then toss with the slaw.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.
  6. Assemble the tacos by adding slaw, fish, lime crema, and optional toppings. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover fish tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, keeping slaw and crema separate.

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