Bosphorus Fish Tacos (Boğaziçi Balık Tacosu)

Boğaziçi Balık Tacosu, or Bosphorus Fish Tacos, is a delightful Turkish twist on the classic Mexican dish. This recipe combines the fresh flavors of the Bosphorus with the zesty, spicy kick of traditional tacos, creating a unique and delicious fusion dish.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Turkish Turkish Cuisine Fish Tacos Bosphorus Flavors
Bosphorus Fish Tacos (Boğaziçi Balık Tacosu)

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets of white fish (such as sea bass or cod)
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the stovetop grill or a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Brush the fish fillets with the marinade and place them on the hot grill or skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the fish is cooked through and has a nice char.
  4. While the fish is cooking, heat the corn tortillas on the grill or in a separate skillet until warm and slightly charred.
  5. Assemble the tacos by placing a piece of grilled fish on each tortilla, then topping with sliced red onion, bell peppers, diced tomato, and fresh cilantro.
  6. Serve the Bosphorus Fish Tacos with a side of lemon wedges and extra cilantro for garnish.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Stovetop grill or non-stick skillet Small bowl for marinade Tongs for flipping fish

Tools

Grill or skillet Knife for slicing vegetables Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bosphorus Fish Tacos with a side of Turkish-style rice pilaf and a crisp, refreshing salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, add a dollop of Turkish yogurt mixed with a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of salt to each taco before serving.

Cost

$15