Tacos De Pescado Tropical (tropical Fish Tacos)
Tacos de Pescado Tropical, or Tropical Fish Tacos, are a delicious and vibrant dish from Nicaraguan cuisine. These tacos are filled with the flavors of the tropics, combining fresh fish with a variety of colorful and zesty ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets, such as tilapia or mahi-mahi
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the fish fillets in a shallow dish and pour the lime juice mixture over them. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until soft and pliable.
- Divide the cooked fish among the tortillas and top with shredded cabbage, diced mango, sliced red onion, cilantro, avocado, and sour cream if desired.
- Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side.
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
Shallow dish Small bowl Large skillet Tongs
Tools
Knife Cutting board Skillet or gas flame for warming tortillas
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Tacos de Pescado Tropical with a side of Nicaraguan-style rice and beans for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For a spicier kick, add a slice of fresh jalapeño or a drizzle of hot sauce to your tacos.
Cost
$20