These Mini Fish Tacos with Lime Crema are a delightful choice for festive gatherings, making them perfect as Christmas Eve appetizers. They combine crispy fish, fresh toppings, and a zesty lime crema for a burst of flavor in every bite.
This recipe is easy to follow and can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy the holiday festivities without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Delicious Mini Fish Tacos Recipe
These mini tacos feature seasoned fish fillets that are pan-fried until golden and crispy, served in small tortillas with a refreshing lime crema and your choice of toppings. This recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound white fish fillets (like cod or tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
- For Lime Crema:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Lime Crema: In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, and salt. Set aside.
- Season the Fish: In a bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture over the fish fillets.
- Cook the Fish: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from heat and flake the fish into bite-sized pieces.
- Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a few pieces of fish on each tortilla, top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime crema.
- Serve: Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately as a festive appetizer.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
