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Marinate the Fish:
Place the tilapia fillets in a shallow dish and pour ½ cup lime juice over the fish. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best for maximum flavor).
Prepare the Honey-Cumin Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup lime juice, honey, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Set aside to use later.
Make the Chipotle Mayo:
In a food processor, combine mayonnaise, chipotle chilies, adobo sauce, salt, and cayenne pepper. Pulse until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Bread the Fish:
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes:
First, place flour.
Second, beat the eggs.
Third, place panko breadcrumbs.
Season the tilapia chunks with salt and pepper. Dip each piece of fish first in the flour, then in the eggs, and finally coat with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help the breadcrumbs stick. Set the breaded fish pieces aside.
Fry the Fish:
Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 365°F (185°C). Carefully add the breaded fish pieces, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels. Brush the fish with the honey-cumin sauce while still warm.
Prepare the Cilantro Slaw:
In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw blend and minced cilantro. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1/3 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss to coat evenly.
Assemble the Tacos:
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Spread about 1 tablespoon of chipotle mayo on each tortilla. Divide the crispy, honey-coated fish pieces evenly between the tortillas. Top with the cilantro slaw.
Serve & Enjoy!
Optionally garnish with extra cilantro, sour cream, and salsa. Serve with your favorite sides like chips and salsa, guacamole, or a light side salad. Enjoy these tacos as a flavorful meal that brings a beachy vibe to your table! 🌿🍋
Pro Tip:
For an extra boost of flavor, squeeze some fresh lime wedges over the tacos just before serving. It will enhance the zesty flavor of the fish and slaw!
These Fish Tacos with Honey-Cumin Cilantro Slaw and Chipotle Mayo are a perfect balance of crispy and creamy textures, with a delightful depth of flavor from the smoky chipotle mayo and sweet honey-cumin slaw. Whether it’s Taco Tuesday or a weekend treat, these tacos are sure to impress
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