California-Style Fish Tacos
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Introduction
California-style fish tacos are popular throughout the United States. Try this easy recipe at home.
Info
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- ½ cup nonfat sour cream
- ¼ cup fat-free mayonnaise
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ package taco seasoning, divided
- 1 lb cod or white fish fillets (4 total) ,cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 2 cups diced tomato
- 12 6-inch warmed corn tortillas, soft shell
- Lime wedges for serving (optional)
Directions
1.Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, and 2 Tbsp of taco seasoning mix in a small bowl.
2.Mix cod, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and remaining seasoning in another bowl.
3.Pour mixture into large skillet. Cook over medium high heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until cod flakes easily when tested with a fork.
4.Fill warmed tortillas with fish. Top with cabbage, tomato, and sour cream mixture.
Tips
- If using frozen fish, let it completely thawbefore cooking. Safely thaw fish in the refrigerator.
Variations
- Use chicken or pork instead of fish. Look for lean cuts, such as chicken breast or pork tenderloin. Follow the same directions, but cook meat for 10-12
minutes.
Source
- Fruits and Veggies Matter Adult Recipe Cards by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, public domain government resource -- original source of recipe
