Fish Tacos

Last August I posted our recipe for walking tacos.  One reader posted a reply with her fish taco recipe, which sounds fabulous, by the way.  This has inspired me to perfect our fish taco recipe and share it with you as well.  It's light and refreshing, and just screams spring.  But don't think you'll need a side dish because it's also very filling.  I hope you enjoy it.

Breading the fish:
Using any white fish (we usually use tilapia or flounder), pat the fish dry to remove any excess water.  Squirt lemon and lime juice onto fish, then sprinkle with lemon pepper, basil, smoked paprika, cumin.  Press panko bread crumbs into the fish.  Flip fish and repeat process on other side.  Pan fry the fish in about 1/2 inch of peanut oil.  After frying, place the fish on paper towels to drain and cool.

  Making the slaw:
Combine 1/2 C. mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp. white vinegar, 1 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. sugar, 1/2 tsp. lemon pepper, 1/2 tsp. onion powder, and 1/2 tsp. garlic powder to make a creamy sauce.  Pour over 2 C. shredded cabbage, 1/2 C. shredded carrots, and 1/2 C. finely chopped red onion.  Toss to coat.  Refrigerate 2-4 hours before serving.

Making the rice:
Prepare 1 C. white rice according to package instructions with the following additions: add 1 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. lime juice, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. onion powder, 1 tsp. smoked paprika, 1 tsp. basil, 1/2 tsp. lemon pepper, and 1/4 tsp. cumin to the water before adding the rice.  Stir in 1/2 C. sauteed green peppers and onions while rice is steaming.

Assembling the taco:
Layer the rice, fish, and slaw in a soft tortilla shell.  Add your favorite toppings.  I only add diced tomatoes & shredded sharp cheddar cheese to mine, but my guys add salsa, banana peppers, and jalapenos to their tacos as well.

I hope this inspires you to get creative and find your perfect taco.  If you have a great recipe, please share it with the rest of us.  Now it's time for me to go, though.  We're heading out on the boat for the day.  Maybe we'll catch enough to have fish tacos again tonight!

Karissa