Crispy Mojo-Crusted Fish Tacos

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

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Flaky white fish coated in a zesty garlic-herb mojo sauce, topped with pickled onions and avocado for a bright, refreshing take on Puerto Rican street food. This Puerto Rican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs white fish fillets, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Puerto Rican cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb white fish fillets
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic
2 tbsp fresh oregano
2 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup red onion
1 tbsp white vinegar
1 medium avocado
8 corn tortillas
1 cup cabbage
2 lime wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat fish fillets dry, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, and lime juice. Let marinate for 15 minutes while preparing other components.
Step 2: Thinly slice red onion and toss with white vinegar in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes to pickle.
Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated fish and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Shred fish with forks.
Step 4: Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 20 seconds per side. Assemble tacos with shredded fish, pickled onions, shredded cabbage, and diced avocado. Squeeze lime juice over top and serve immediately.