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Spicy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

Delicious and easy fish tacos with a vibrant mango salsa, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun gathering.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Tacos

  • 1.5 pounds white fish fillets such as tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 medium corn tortillas

For the Mango Salsa

  • 1 large ripe mango peeled and diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 jalapeno minced seeds removed for less heat, optional
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Optional Toppings

  • 0.5 cup shredded cabbage
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup crumbled cotija cheese

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Prepare the mango salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, cilantro, minced jalapeno (if using), lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  • Prepare the fish: Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fish fillets.
  • Cook the fish: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the seasoned fish fillets in the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside. You can flake the fish into bite-sized pieces with a fork, or serve the fillets whole.
  • Warm the tortillas: While the fish is cooking or resting, warm the corn tortillas. You can do this by lightly charring them in a dry skillet, wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 30 seconds, or warming them directly over a low gas flame (carefully!).
  • Assemble the tacos: Spoon the flaked or whole fish onto the warm tortillas. Top generously with the mango salsa. Add any desired optional toppings like shredded cabbage, sour cream, or cotija cheese.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the jalapeno or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice rub. You can also use flour tortillas if preferred.