Chipotle Lime Roasted Fish Tacos (Printable Version)

Flaky fish meets chipotle lime flavors, fresh cabbage, and creamy crema in soft tortillas for a flavorful, satisfying dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish Marinade

01 - 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
04 - 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon adobo sauce from chipotle can
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Tacos and Toppings

11 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas
12 - 2 cups shredded red or green cabbage
13 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
14 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1 avocado, sliced
16 - Lime wedges, for serving

→ Chipotle Lime Crema (optional)

17 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise or sour cream
18 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
19 - 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
20 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until blended.
03 - Pat fish fillets dry and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides generously with marinade.
04 - Roast fish in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until opaque and flaking easily with a fork.
05 - While fish roasts, ready toppings and, if desired, mix together chipotle lime crema ingredients in a small bowl.
06 - Heat tortillas in a dry small skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
07 - Break roasted fish into large flakes using a fork.
08 - Fill warm tortillas with flaked fish, cabbage, cilantro, red onion, avocado, and, if desired, drizzle with chipotle lime crema. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses affordable pantry staples
  • Ready in about half an hour
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Balanced smoky heat and citrus zing
  • Great for pescatarians and dairy-free diets
02 -
  • Protein packed and satisfying
  • High in heart-friendly fats thanks to fish and avocado
  • Dairy free and gluten free options available
03 -
  • Always pat the fish dry so the marinade sticks and flavor stays strong
  • Use freshly squeezed lime for best taste
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet so fish roasts not steams
  • Leftover chipotle lime crema makes a perfect veggie dip or sandwich spread

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