Fish Tacos are a versatile and delicious dish that can be customized in various ways to suit your taste. With this recipe, you can choose between four different cooking methods: microwave, grilled, broiled, or fried. These tacos are quick and easy to make, perfect for a satisfying meal in just 20 minutes. Get creative with your toppings and enjoy the flavors of fresh fish and vibrant ingredients.
MAKES: 4 servings
TIME: 20 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 large onion, roughly chopped
- 2 jalapeño chiles, roughly chopped
- About 1.5 pounds thick white fish fillets (such as cod, red snapper, sea bass, grouper, or halibut)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Twelve to sixteen 6-inch corn tortillas
- Fresh salsa
- Hot sauce or Chile Paste (optional)
- Sour cream or crumbled queso fresco or other grated cheese (optional)
- Shredded cabbage, chopped tomato and cucumber, and cilantro sprigs (optional)
- Lime wedges
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a large skillet with a tight-fitting lid or a microwavable casserole, combine the chopped onion, jalapeños, and fish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. If using the microwave, add 1 tablespoon of water. Cover the skillet or casserole.
- Cook the fish over medium heat on the stovetop or in the microwave for approximately 6 minutes (3 minutes in the microwave) until the fish is cooked through.
- While the fish cooks, heat the corn tortillas. You can toast them individually in a skillet over medium heat, flipping once or twice until hot (about a minute), or heat them in the microwave. If using the microwave, wrap half a dozen tortillas at a time in a slightly damp towel and heat for about a minute.
- To serve, place a small portion of fish, along with some onions and jalapeños, onto a warm tortilla. Top with fresh salsa and, if desired, add hot sauce, sour cream, and/or vegetables. Squeeze lime juice over the taco. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
VARIATIONS:
GRILLED FISH TACOS:
- Omit the onion and jalapeños or chop them as additional garnish.
- Brush the fish with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and optional chili powder. Let it rest.
- Follow the instructions for Grilled Fish Fillets or Steaks.
BROILED FISH TACOS:
- Prepare the fish as described in the previous variation.
- Follow the instructions for Broiled Thick Fillets or Steaks.
FRIED FISH TACOS:
- Choose your preferred frying method: deep-fried, shallow-fried, or oven-fried.
- Prepare the fish as described in the previous variation.
- Follow the instructions for Deep-Fried Seafood, Pan-Cooked Thick Fish Fillets, or Oven-“Fried” Fish Fillets.
Fish Tacos offer a world of flavors and possibilities. Whether you choose to cook the fish in the microwave, on the grill, under the broiler, or through frying, the end result is a delicious and satisfying meal. Top your tacos with fresh salsa, hot sauce, sour cream, and a variety of vegetables for added texture and taste. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and embrace the versatility of Fish Tacos as you indulge in this delightful dish.
