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Crispy Fish Taco Bowls

Crispy Fish Taco Bowls: A Flavor-Packed Dinner Delight

Crispy Fish Taco Bowls are a vibrant dish featuring perfectly crispy fish, fresh toppings, and zingy chipotle sauce, making it an easy dinner delight.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets white fish (cod or tilapia)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Cooking oil for frying Canola or vegetable oil works best
For the Slaw
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage mix
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
For the Creamy Dressing
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
For Serving
  • cooked rice or quinoa Serves as a base
For the Chipotle Sauce
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • minced chipotle peppers (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • salt (to taste)
Optional Toppings
  • sliced avocado
  • diced tomatoes
  • pickled red onions
  • lime wedges
  • jalapeños
  • crumbled cheese (feta or cotija)
  • fresh cilantro

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Shallow Dishes
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Steps
  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In one shallow dish, spread the all-purpose flour evenly. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Take each fish fillet and dip it into the flour, then into the eggs, and finally press it into the panko mixture.
  4. In a large skillet, heat enough cooking oil over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, carefully add the coated fish in batches.
  5. Fry the fish fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage mix, shredded carrots, and chopped cilantro, tossing gently.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth. Drizzle over slaw and toss.
  8. In serving bowls, add a layer of cooked rice or quinoa, top with crispy fish pieces, followed by the slaw.
  9. Drizzle the chipotle sauce over your assembled bowls.
  10. Customize with optional toppings and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the fish to rest after breading for optimal crispiness. Store components separately for best freshness.

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