Citrus-Glazed Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema
Pan-seared white fish topped with a creamy avocado sauce and fresh cabbage slaw in warm corn tortillas. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs cod fillets, juiced lime, corn tortillas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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
- 12 oz cod fillets
- 2, juiced lime
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1, mashed avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp, chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp cumin
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 12 oz cod fillets dry and season with 1/2 tsp cumin and 1/4 tsp salt. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook fish for 3-4 minutes per side until opaque and flaky.
- Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup mashed avocado, and 1/4 cup sour cream for crema.
- Step 3: Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 15 seconds per side. Top each with a fish fillet, 1/4 cup shredded cabbage, 1/4 cup sliced red onion, and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro.
- Step 4: Drizzle with avocado crema and serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Citrus-Glazed Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Citrus-Glazed Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema?
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 Citrus-Glazed Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema?
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 Citrus-Glazed Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema 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 Citrus-Glazed Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema?
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
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
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Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
