Chipotle Fish Tacos

Chipotle Fish Tacos are a delicious and flavorful Mexican-style dish perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Featuring grilled fish that is wrapped in a warm corn tortilla and topped with a tangy chipotle sauce.

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Chipotle fish tacos is made with grilled fish in a corn tortilla and topped with fresh ingredients and a chipotle sauce. The sauce provides a bold, smoky flavor that pairs well with the mild taste of the fish.

This recipe is a great option for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal and can easily be customized to your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of chipotles in the sauce or adding additional toppings such as shredded cabbage, salsa, or cheese.

Serve these tacos with air fryer plátanos maduros (yellow plantains) for a delicious meal!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Flavorful. The combination of fish and chipotle sauce provides a perfect balance of flavors that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. The smoky and spicy chipotle sauce perfectly complements the mild taste of the fish.
• Quick and easy. This recipe is quick and easy to make, making it a great option for a busy weeknight meal.
• Healthy. Fish is a nutritious and healthy ingredient that is high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. These tacos are also made with fresh ingredients like avocado and cilantro, which provide additional nutrients and flavor.
• Versatile. Fish tacos are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner, and they are perfect for entertaining. Serve them at a summer barbecue or a casual dinner party and your guests are sure to be impressed.

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Ingredients You'll Need

• Olive Oil: Used in this recipe to cook the tilapia fillets.
• Tilapia: A mild-tasting, white-fleshed fish that is a popular choice for fish tacos.
• Salt: Used to season the tilapia, enhancing their natural flavor.
• Ground Pepper: Used to season the tilapia fillets and add a touch of spiciness to the dish.
• Corn Tortillas: Used as the base for the tacos.
• Red Onion: Used as a topping for the tacos.
• Avocado: Diced and used as a topping for the tacos.
• Cilantro: Chopped and used as a topping for the tacos.
• Limes: Cut into wedges and used as a garnish for the tacos.
• Greek Yogurt: Used in the chipotle sauce to provide a creamy texture and a tangy flavor.
• Chipotles In Adobo Sauce: Used to make the chipotle sauce for the tacos and provide a smoky and spicy flavor.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: In a small blender, add the Greek yogurt, chipotle peppers, lime and cilantro. Blend until smooth.

Step 2: Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper.

Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 4: Once the oil is hot, add the tilapia fillets to the pan and cook until they are golden brown and flaky, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 5: Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or on a griddle.

Step 6: To assemble the tacos, place a tilapia fillet on a tortilla, top with avocado, red onion, cilantro, and a drizzle of the chipotle sauce.

Step 7: Squeeze a lime wedge over the top and serve with additional chipotle sauce on the side.

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Expert Tips

• Season the fish well. Make sure to season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper before cooking them. This will help to enhance their natural flavor and ensure that they are not bland.
• Cook the fish properly. To ensure that the fish is crispy and flavorful, cook it in a hot skillet with a little bit of oil until it is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
• Make the chipotle sauce ahead of time. The chipotle sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the tacos.
• Warm the tortillas. To make the best tacos, make sure to warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or on a griddle for a minute or two on each side. This will make them soft and pliable and will prevent them from breaking when you're assembling the tacos.

Variations

• Spicy chipotle sauce: To make the chipotle sauce even spicier, add more chipotles in adobo sauce or use a hotter variety of jalapeno pepper.
• Different toppings: Instead of using red onion, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges, try using other toppings like shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, salsa, or pickled jalapenos.
• Different sauce: If you're not a fan of chipotle sauce, try using a different sauce, like a creamy cilantro sauce or a spicy sriracha mayo.
• Different fish: Instead of tilapia, try using a different type of fish, like salmon, shrimp, or scallops.
• Soft tacos: Instead of using corn tortillas, try using soft flour tortillas for a different texture.
• Baked fish: Instead of pan-frying the fish, try baking it in the oven for a healthier option.

Storing

Chipotle Sauce: The chipotle sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Before using it, give it a good stir and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Cooked Fish: If you have any leftover cooked fish, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat it in a skillet over medium heat until it is warm and crispy.

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