Spicy Creole Fish Tacos (Tacos de poisson créoles épicés)

Tacos de poisson créoles épicés, or Spicy Creole Fish Tacos, are a delicious and flavorful dish from French Guianan cuisine. These tacos are filled with seasoned fish, fresh vegetables, and zesty sauces, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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Spicy Creole Fish Tacos (Tacos de poisson créoles épicés)

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets of white fish (such as tilapia or cod)
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onions
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Hot sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the Creole seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the fish fillets with the spice mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Place the fish fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and easily flakes with a fork.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or in the oven.
  6. Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the seasoned fish in each tortilla, then topping with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, cilantro, red onions, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  7. Serve the tacos with hot sauce on the side for those who desire an extra kick of heat.

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

Skillet Small bowl Tongs Separate skillet or oven for warming tortillas

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Spicy Creole Fish Tacos with a side of rice and beans for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra crunch, lightly toast the tortillas before assembling the tacos.

Cost

$20