Cisco-Style Fish Tacos with Lime Cabbage Slaw
Fresh cod seared with a citrus kick, served on warm corn tortillas with a vibrant slaw made from shredded cabbage and lime juice. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs cod fillets, corn tortillas, purple cabbage for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 405 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
- 8 oz cod fillets
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup purple cabbage
- 1 lime
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 8 oz cod fillets dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add cod and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and opaque.
- Step 2: While fish cooks, finely shred 1 cup purple cabbage and place in a bowl. Squeeze juice from 1 lime over cabbage, add 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, and toss with 1/2 tsp sea salt until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 15 seconds per side. Assemble tacos by placing 1 cod fillet on each tortilla, topping with cabbage slaw, and squeezing extra lime juice over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cisco-Style Fish Tacos with Lime Cabbage Slaw take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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-Style Fish Tacos with Lime Cabbage Slaw?
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 cod fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco-Style Fish Tacos with Lime Cabbage Slaw?
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-Style Fish Tacos with Lime Cabbage Slaw 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-Style Fish Tacos with Lime Cabbage Slaw?
Mexican seafood 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
