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Baja Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa Recipe

Baja Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Baja Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa are a delightful combination of crispy fish, tangy mango salsa, and creamy Baja sauce, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family.


Ingredients

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Fish Tacos

  • 1 lb. mild white fish, such as cod or mahi mahi
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
  • 4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup full-fat Greek yogurt (sub sour cream)
  • 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise (I use avocado oil mayonnaise)
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning
  • Dash of hot sauce, such as Tabasco (optional)
  • 4 to 5 cups shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas, warmed

Mango Salsa

  • 1 1/2 cups finely diced fresh mango (from 2 mangoes)
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Fish: Pat the fish dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp. salt. Place fish in a small baking dish or bowl. Combine 2 Tbsp. olive oil, orange juice, and taco seasoning; pour over fish and marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. Prepare Mango Salsa: Combine all salsa ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate.
  3. Prepare Baja Sauce and Slaw: Mix yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, Old Bay, and hot sauce. Toss cabbage with some Baja Sauce.
  4. Cook the Fish: Cook marinated fish in olive oil until firm.
  5. Assemble Tacos: Fill tortillas with slaw, fish, mango salsa, and Baja Sauce.

Notes

  • You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of hot sauce in the Baja Sauce.
  • Feel free to substitute the white fish with your favorite variety for a personalized touch.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg