Spicy chipotle rubbed fish tacos topped with creamy avocado sauce and zesty cilantro lime slaw for a vibrant taco night.
⏱ 25 Minutes
🐟 Seafood
🌶 Spicy
Why You’ll Love These Fish Tacos
- Bold chipotle flavors with a smoky kick
- Creamy avocado sauce balances the spice
- Crisp cilantro lime slaw adds freshness
- Quick and easy for weeknight dinners
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or halibut)
- 1 tbsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup cilantro lime slaw (cabbage, cilantro, lime juice)
- ½ cup avocado sauce (avocado, lime, yogurt or vegan alternative, salt)
- Lime wedges, for serving
How to Make Chipotle Fish Tacos
- Mix chipotle powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Rub onto fish fillets.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fish 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Warm tortillas on a separate pan or oven.
- Assemble tacos: place fish, top with cilantro lime slaw, and drizzle avocado sauce.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
💡 Tip: For extra smoky flavor, grill fish instead of pan-searing.
