- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 300 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious Fish Tacos: Marinating and cooking fish makes it flavorful and creamy. Ideal for groups, it is a quick and delicious recipe.”
What you need to know
- Tempere peixe com suco de limão, páprica e cominho para um sabor intenso
- Aqueça a frigideira para evitar grudento
- Combina peixe com repolho e molho de iogurte ou maionese para um toque fresco
- Sirva imediatamente para preservar o sabor
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of fish fillet (such as tilapia or sole)
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/2 cup of yogurt or mayonnaise sauce
- Fresh cilantro to taste
Instructions
Principal
- Season the fish fillets with lemon juice, paprika, and cumin, letting them marinate for 10 minutes.
- Aqueça uma frigideira antiaderente em fogo médio.
- Cook the fish in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through.
- Remove the fish from the skillet and shred into smaller pieces.
- Heat the tortillas in the same skillet until soft.
- Assemble the tacos by placing the shredded fish on a tortilla.
- Add the sliced cabbage and yogurt or mayonnaise sauce on top.
- Finish with fresh cilantro to taste.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas.
- Serve immediately with lemons cut on the side.
Chef's tips
- Usar peixe de qualidade garante um sabor superior
- Aqueça as tortilhas antes de montar os tacos para evitar grudento
- Utilize coentro fresco para dar um toque de frescor
Variations
- Adicione salsa ao molho de iogurte para uma textura mais firme
- Use polvilhar com salsa ao invés de coentro para uma textura mais macia
- Adicione tomates secos ao molho de iogurte para uma textura mais rica
Substitutions
- Substituir páprica doce por pimenta-do-reino para um sabor mais forte
- Usar iogurte natural em vez de iogurte grego para variar
- Substituir repolho por cebolinha para uma coloração mais vibrante
How to store
Serve immediately or store in the freezer for up to 3 months. No added preservatives.
Can it be frozen?
- Não se congelam os tacos devido à possibilidade de grudento na frigideira
- Para congelar, desmonte os tacos e preserve em um recipiente de plástico
- Descongele o pacote de tacos em um recipiente de plástico antes de servir
What to serve with
- Sinta-se livre para servir com guacamole ou molho de tomate
- Use picles ou cebola caramelizada para uma combinação de texturas e sabores
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if the yogurt sauce is curdled?
Clean the yogurt sauce container with water and soap, to ensure there are no dirty yogurt residues. If the sauce is dirty, cook it again.
How can I prepare the tacos a day before serving?
It is not recommended, as the texture of the fish can deteriorate when thawed. If needed, break down the tacos and store them in a plastic container.
Can I substitute the cabbage with something else?
Yes, cabbage is just one option. You can use chives, bell pepper, or even tomato if you prefer.
How to choose the fish for this recipe?
Choose fresh, good quality fish. Opt for tilapia or sole, which are the most common and flavorful fish for tacos.
Can it be made in a microwave?
No, the microwave is not the most appropriate option for this recipe, as the temperature may not reach the proper cooking point for the fish.
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