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Anything Tacos With Fresh Salsa

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Contributed by: BMC's Teaching Kitchen

Fish Tacos

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This flexible recipes allows you to use any protein you like, any spice blend you like, and any greens or vegetables you like. Tacos should be fun and easy. We pan-sear our protein rather than deep fry it (you could also use an air-fryer!), and use lots of fresh vegetables for a healthy and balanced meal! 

This recipe would be delicious topped with a fresh and creamy sauce, such as this Cilantro Lime Crema from Isabel Eats. For a lighter version filled with probiotics, try substituting the mayo + sour cream for plain Greek yogurt. Add a Tablespoon of honey to balance out the tang of the yogurt. 

Serves:
4 servings
Total Time:
30 minutes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes

Ingredients


Chili_Powder - 1 Tablespoon (or seasoning of choice) Cumin - 1 teaspoon (optional) Salt - ½ teaspoon, divided Protein - 1 lb fish, shrimp, chicken, beef, pork, tofu, tempeh or canned beans Oil - 1 Tablespoon canola or olive oil Tortillas - 8 corn or flour Onion - ¼ small (red, yellow or white) Tomatoes - 1 medium Jalapeño - 1-2 (optional) Cilantro - ¼ cup, or fresh herb of choice Lime- 1 medium, or 2 Tablespoons juice Coleslaw_Mix - 1, 10-ounce bag, or greens of choice Avocado - 1 (optional) Shredded_Cheese - ¼ cup, optional . . . .

Instructions

Step 1
Combine the chili powder, cumin, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a large bowl and mix to combine.
Step 2
Chop the protein into thin strips or bite-sized cubes, and toss with the seasoning mixture to coat. If using beans, strain and rinse, and then combine with the seasoning mixture.
Step 3
In a large pan, heat a layer of oil on medium-high until hot. Add the protein to the pan; cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden-brown and fully cooked on the inside. Note that canned beans, tempeh and tofu are pre-cooked. We are pan-frying them to add flavor and get some crunchy texture. Transfer the cooked protein to a plate or bowl.
Step 4
Wash all the produce.
Step 5
Mince the onion, cilantro and jalapeño if using. Add to a bowl. Be sure not to touch your eyes after touching the jalapeño, because it will burn.
Step 6
Dice the tomato, removing and discarding the stem and the harder piece where the stem grows. Add tomatoes to the bowl with the onion. Add the lime juice and ¼ teaspoon of salt, and stir well to combine.
Step 7
Slice or dice the avocado if using, and set aside.
Step 8
Warm the tortillas up in the frying pan or on a plate in the microwave for 30 seconds, covered with a wet paper or dish towel.
Step 9
Assemble the taco by topping the tortilla with the coleslaw mix (or greens of choice), then the protein, then the salsa. Top with sliced avocado and cheese if using.

Notes

Nutrition information will depend on the type of protein and tortillas used, and whether or not you use avocado and cheese. The calorie amount below is an estimate, based on white fish and without cheese. 

Nutrition Information

Calories:
370 Calories