Baked Fish Tacos Recipe

Baked Fish Tacos: Flaky and flavorful fish piled into warm corn tortillas, topped with a fresh, crunchy slaw for a tasty and healthy twist on a classic!

These Baked Fish Tacos are everything. If you know me, then you know that I love Mexican food more than anything. While I LOVE going out for Mexican food, I LOVE making it at home even more. These Baked Fish Tacos, a margarita, and some chips with salsa, and I’m in food HEAVEN.

What kind of fish do you use for fish tacos?

Tilapia is a great fish for tacos, because it’s very mild and flaky. Cod is also another great option. 

What spices to use for fish tacos

These fish tacos use a combination of paprika, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Throw in cayenne pepper for some heat or keep things really simple and use a store-bought packet of taco seasoning! 

How to make

1. Marinate tilapia with spices and coconut oil, place onto a silicone mat lined baking sheet, then bake until flaky. 
2. Cut fish into chunks, pile onto corn tortillas, top with slaw and/or toppings of choice, and enjoy! 

What toppings do you put on a fish taco?

We love topping these tacos with a homemade slaw of cabbage, cilantro, lime, oil, honey, and salt, but feel free to use any of these other topping ideas: 

• Fish taco sauce
• Cilantro lime sauce
• Guacamole
• Pico de gallo

What to serve with fish tacos

Serve these tacos up with rice and beans for a completely meal. Don’t forget the chips and salsa!

• Easy Black Beans Recipe
• Coconut Lime Rice
• Chips with Queso
• Margarita

How to store

Store leftover fish and slaw in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Fish can be frozen for up to 2 months, but I do not recommend freezing the slaw. 

To enjoy again, thaw, if frozen, then heat the fish in the microwave or oven until warm. 

– Jennifer

Baked Fish Tacos Recipe

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Baked Fish Tacos: Flaky and flavorful fish piled into warm corn tortillas, topped with a fresh, crunchy slaw for a tasty and healthy twist on a classic!

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Yield: 3 people

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Ingredients

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Baked Fish Tacos

• ▢ 1 pound tilapia
• ▢ ½ tablespoon coconut oil
• ▢ ½ teaspoon paprika
• ▢ ½ teaspoon cumin
• ▢ ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon salt more to less to taste
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ▢ ¼ cup lime juice

Slaw

• ▢ 1 cup shredded cabbage
• ▢ 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
• ▢ ¼ cup cilantro minced
• ▢ 2 tablespoons lime juice
• ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ▢ ½ tablespoon honey
• ▢ salt to taste

Taco Accoutrements

• ▢ Tortillas warmed according to package directions
• ▢ Pico de gallo
• ▢ Guacamole
• ▢ Fish taco sauce
• ▢ Cilantro lime sauce

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Instructions

Baked Fish Tacos

• Place tilapia, coconut oil, paprika, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into a gallon sized ziplock baggie and marinate 30 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
• Place the contents of the ziplock baggie onto the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until the tilapia is fully cooked and easily flakes with a fork.
• Cut into chunks, then serve in tortillas with slaw and/or toppings of choice!

Slaw

• In a large bowl, stir together coleslaw, cabbage, cilantro, lime, oil, honey, and salt until combined. Store, covered, in fridge until ready to use.
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STORING

Room Temp:N/A

Refrigerator:3-4 Days

Freezer:2 Months

Reheat:Microwave or bake until warmed through

*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions

Notes

Nutritional information DOES include the slaw, but does not include tortillas or other toppings.  

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Baked Fish Tacos Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 246 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Cholesterol 75mg25%

Sodium 873mg38%

Potassium 591mg17%

Carbohydrates 10g3%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 31g62%

Vitamin A 615IU12%

Vitamin C 34.5mg42%

Calcium 38mg4%

Iron 1.5mg8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

Keywords: baked, easy, healthy, tilapia

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Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American, Mexican