Description
Delicious and easy-to-make fish tacos featuring tender, marinated cod cooked on the stovetop, topped with a refreshing and flavorful mango guacamole salsa. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual weekend meal, these tacos combine savory fish with zesty lime and a spicy mayo drizzle for a vibrant, satisfying dish.
Ingredients
For the Fish Marinade:
- 3 tablespoon avocado oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 lbs haddock or cod, washed and patted dry
For the Mango Guacamole:
- 1 red or orange bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 ripe Ataulfo mango, diced
- 1 small jalapeño, deseeded and minced
- 1 avocado, mashed
- ¼ large red onion, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1–2 tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of salt
To Assemble:
- Corn tortillas or flour tortillas
- Spicy mayo
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Fish: In a bowl, whisk together avocado oil, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the haddock or cod and coat it evenly with the marinade. Let it sit for about 15 minutes while you prepare the mango guacamole.
- Make the Mango Guacamole: In another bowl, combine the diced bell pepper, diced mango, minced jalapeño, mashed avocado, chopped red onion, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until well combined, then refrigerate to chill while cooking the fish.
- Cook the Fish: Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add a little extra avocado oil if needed, then place the marinated fish in the pan. Cook for about 7–10 minutes, flipping carefully halfway through until the fish turns golden and flakes easily with a fork.
- Toast the Tortillas: Using the same pan, if there is leftover oil, toast the tortillas on both sides just until warm and slightly crispy. Flip them several times to ensure even toasting.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spread a spoonful of mango guacamole on each toasted tortilla, top with a piece of cooked fish, drizzle with spicy mayo, and finish with a fresh squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- This recipe serves 4 people, with 2 tacos per person.
- You can easily double the recipe to serve a larger group.
- Use either corn or flour tortillas based on your preference.
- The mango guacamole can be prepared a few hours in advance and kept chilled for convenience.
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity in the mango guacamole for desired spice level.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
