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Crispy Tilapia Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

30 min4 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: a plain tortilla$13.50445 cal ยท 32g protein

Ingredients

  • tilapia fillets1ยฝ lb
  • corn tortillas12 count
  • cabbage1/2 head
  • lime2 count
  • fresh cilantro1/4 bunch
  • vegetable oil3 tbsp
  • cornmeal1/3 cup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat tilapia dry and coat with cornmeal mixed with salt and pepper, then pan-fry in hot oil for 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

  2. 2

    While fish cooks, thinly slice cabbage and toss with juice of 1 lime, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt for the slaw.

  3. 3

    Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 20 seconds per side and arrange on a serving plate.

  4. 4

    Break cooked tilapia into bite-sized pieces, fill tortillas with fish and cilantro lime slaw, squeeze remaining lime juice over top, and serve immediately.

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