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
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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.
