Cisco's Crispy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Crispy baked fish tacos topped with a sweet-tart mango salsa, inspired by the classic fishing lure name. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 34 minutes pairs cod fillets, corn tortillas, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a shallow dish, combine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano. Dredge fish pieces evenly in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  2. Step 2: Place fish on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and flakes easily with a fork.
  3. Step 3: While fish bakes, combine 1 diced mango, 1/4 cup diced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, and 1 tbsp lime juice in a bowl to make salsa.
  4. Step 4: Assemble tacos: Place 2 fish pieces on each tortilla, top with 2 tbsp mango salsa, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cisco's Crispy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa take to make?

Total time is about 34 minutes (20 min prep + 14 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's Crispy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco's Crispy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa?

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's Crispy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa 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's Crispy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa?

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.

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