Fresh, light, and packed with tropical flavor — these fish tacos are crispy, juicy, and topped with a sweet mango salsa for the perfect balance!
📝 Ingredients
For the Fish
- 500g white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Mango Salsa
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 1 small cucumber, diced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
For the Tacos
- 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (optional, for crunch)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or yogurt sauce (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
🍽️ Instructions
1️⃣ Season the Fish
Pat the fish dry and rub it with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully coated.
2️⃣ Cook the Fish
Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the fish for 3–4 minutes per side until golden, flaky, and fully cooked. Break into large chunks.
3️⃣ Make the Mango Salsa
In a bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, tomato, cucumber, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Mix gently and set aside.
4️⃣ Warm the Tortillas
Heat tortillas in a dry pan for 20–30 seconds per side until soft and slightly toasted.
5️⃣ Assemble the Tacos
Add shredded cabbage (optional), then fish pieces, and top with mango salsa. Add mayo or yogurt sauce if desired.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
Finish with fresh lime juice and serve immediately for a fresh, flavorful meal.
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes
🍽️ Total Time: 25 minutes
👨👩👧👦 Servings: 4
🔥 Calories: ~420 per serving
💪 Protein: ~35g per serving