Skillet Grilled Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema offer fresh, bright flavors for a quick weeknight meal. Flaky white fish is seasoned and cooked in a hot pan, then served in warm tortillas with crunchy slaw and a tangy crema made from lime, cilantro, and yogurt or sour cream. These tacos are colorful, filling, and easy to adjust with whatever ingredients you have, making them a favorite when you want bold flavor without extra fuss.
Nutrition
384 Calories |16g Fat | 28g Carbohydrates | 32g Protein
Per Taco
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb White Fish Fillets, cut into strips
- 2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ tsp Kosher Salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 small Corn Tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded Cabbage
- ¼ cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 2 Limes, juiced and zested
- ½ cup Plain Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
Optional Toppings
- Avocado Slices
- Pickled Jalapeños
- Radishes
- Hot Sauce
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the Chili Powder, Ground Cumin, Garlic Powder, Kosher Salt, and Black Pepper.
- Pat the White Fish Fillets dry and coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- Heat the Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the fish and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, combine the Plain Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream, lime juice, lime zest, and chopped Cilantro. Stir until smooth and season to taste.
- Warm the Corn Tortillas in a dry skillet until soft and pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by layering fish, Shredded Cabbage, and Red Onion into each tortilla. Drizzle with the cilantro lime crema.
- Add optional toppings and serve immediately.
Pro-Tips
- Pat the fish dry before seasoning so it sears properly.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet or the fish will steam instead of brown.
- Add an extra squeeze of lime right before serving for more brightness.
- Store leftover fish separately and reheat gently to prevent drying.
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