Cisco Kid's Crispy Fish Tacos
Crispy baked fish fillets with tangy lime-cilantro slaw, served in warm corn tortillas for a refreshing light meal. This mexican ready in about 30 minutes pairs pound white fish fillets, tablespoons olive oil, teaspoon ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound white fish fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese
- 8 corn tortillas
- for serving lime wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 1 pound white fish fillets dry. In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add fish and toss to coat. Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flaky.
- Step 2: While fish bakes, prepare slaw: In a bowl, combine 2 cups shredded cabbage, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup lime juice, and 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt. Toss and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Warm 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side. Assemble: Place 2-3 pieces of baked fish on a tortilla, top with 1/4 cup slaw, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup shredded cheese. Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cisco Kid's Crispy Fish Tacos take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cisco Kid's Crispy Fish Tacos?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pound white fish fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco Kid's Crispy Fish Tacos?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cisco Kid's Crispy Fish Tacos for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cisco Kid's Crispy Fish Tacos?
Mexican mexican like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
