Description
Baja Fish Taco Bowls deliver a taste of coastal paradise with every bite. Featuring crispy, seasoned fish atop a colorful bed of fresh toppings, these bowls are perfect for casual gatherings or family dinners. Easy to customize, they cater to various taste preferences and make for an Instagram-worthy meal. Enjoy a burst of flavors and textures in this vibrant dish that brings the fiesta straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh cod or tilapia fillets
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Cut the fish into bite-sized pieces and season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate while prepping toppings.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated fish until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan or over an open flame until soft.
- In bowls, layer shredded red cabbage as the base, followed by cooked fish pieces.
- Top with diced avocado and chopped cilantro. Drizzle lime juice over everything before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, add pickled onions or sliced jalapeños. Substitute fish with shrimp or grilled tofu for a different protein option. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat fish on medium heat to maintain texture.