Best Chipotle Fish Tacos Recipes

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GRILLED FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME DRESSING



Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle-Lime Dressing image

I came up with this recipe when I couldn't find good directions for grilled fish tacos. I liked the chipotle-lime combination in a dip I once tried so I imitated it here. Choose toppings to suit your taste, or include typical accompaniments such as salsa fresca, cabbage, a squeeze of lime juice, and chopped cilantro.

Provided by MaryD

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 6h44m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 25

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons lime zest
1 ½ teaspoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay™
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into chunks
1 (8 ounce) container light sour cream
½ cup adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons lime zest
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay™
salt and pepper to taste
1 (10 ounce) package tortillas
3 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 small head cabbage, cored and shredded
2 limes, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • To make the marinade, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, lime zest, honey, garlic, cumin, chili powder, seafood seasoning, black pepper, and hot sauce in a bowl until blended. Place the tilapia in a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the fish. Cover, and refrigerate 6 to 8 hours.
  • To make the dressing, combine the sour cream and adobo sauce in a bowl. Stir in the lime juice, lime zest, cumin, chili powder, seafood seasoning. Add salt, and pepper in desired amounts. Cover, and refrigerate until needed.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate. Set grate 4 inches from the heat.
  • Remove fish from marinade, drain off any excess and discard marinade. Grill fish pieces until easily flaked with a fork, turning once, about 9 minutes.
  • Assemble tacos by placing fish pieces in the center of tortillas with desired amounts of tomatoes, cilantro, and cabbage; drizzle with dressing. To serve, roll up tortillas around fillings, and garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 644.3 mg, Sugar 7 g

FISH TACOS WITH CREAMY CHIPOTLE SAUCE AND PICO DE GALLO



Fish Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Sauce and Pico de Gallo image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

Canola or vegetable oil, for brushing on the griddle
16 white corn tortillas
1 tablespoon chile powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
Juice of 1 lime
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds flaky white fish such as mahi mahi or cod, cut into 4-ounce fillets
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon honey
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo
Juice of 1 lime
Pinch kosher salt
Shredded purple cabbage, for serving
Fresh cilantro, for serving
Pico de Gallo, recipe follows, for serving
2 ripe large tomatoes, finely diced
1 white onion, finely diced
1/2 jalapeno, minced
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves only, minced
Juice of 1/2 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the tortillas: Brush a hot griddle with oil and heat the tortillas on each side to brown them up a bit. Wrap them in foil to keep hot until it's time to eat.
  • For the fish: In a bowl, combine the chile powder, garlic salt, lime juice and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Toss the mixture with the fish in a shallow container and marinate for 15 minutes.
  • For the chipotle sauce: In the meantime, combine the mayonnaise, cilantro, honey, chipotles, lime juice and salt in a food processor and blend until creamy and smooth. Transfer the sauce to a container (I like to store it in a squeeze bottle) and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Put the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the fish and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and flake with a fork.
  • To build each taco, spoon some fish onto 2 stacked tortillas (see Cook's Note). Top with some chipotle sauce, cabbage, cilantro and Pico de Gallo.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.

FISH TACOS WITH HONEY-CUMIN CILANTRO SLAW AND CHIPOTLE MAYO



Fish Tacos with Honey-Cumin Cilantro Slaw and Chipotle Mayo image

I loved a local chain restaurant's fish tacos so much, that I had to try to duplicate them. They combine flour tortillas filled with breaded, fried tilapia, layered with chipotle mayo, topped with napa cabbage, dressed with honey-cumin sauce, and served with pico de gallo, sour cream, chips and salsa. You'll find them very refreshing and packed full of flavor!

Provided by SCAREY76

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 4h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into chunks
½ cup fresh lime juice
⅓ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup mayonnaise
2 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups panko crumbs
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
2 cups 3 color coleslaw blend
1 cup minced fresh cilantro leaves
8 (7 inch) flour tortillas, warmed

Steps:

  • Place the tilapia chunks in a flat dish and pour 1/2 cup lime juice over the fish. Cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, make the honey-cumin sauce by whisking together 1/3 cup lime juice, honey, vegetable oil, and ground cumin a small bowl. Set aside until needed.
  • To make the chipotle mayonnaise dressing, place the mayonnaise, chilies, adobo sauce, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cayenne pepper together in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Cover, and refrigerate until needed.
  • To bread the fish, place the flour, eggs, and panko crumbs in three separate shallow dishes. Season the fish with salt and pepper to taste. Dip the fish pieces first in the four, coating evenly, and shaking off any excess. Dip next in the eggs, and last in the panko crumbs, patting the pieces to help the breadcrumbs hold. Set the fish aside on a plate.
  • To cook the breaded fish, pour 1 cup vegetable oil into a skillet to 1/4 inch deep. Heat the oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C) over medium heat. Cook the fish, turning until all sides are golden brown, and flesh is easily flaked with a fork. Drain on paper towels. Brush the fish with the honey-cumin sauce.
  • Mix the coleslaw and cilantro together in a bowl. Reserve 1/4 cup of the chipotle mayonnaise dressing, and pour the remaining dressing over the coleslaw mixture. Toss to coat evenly with the dressing.
  • Place the tortillas on a flat surface, and spread each with 1 tablespoon reserved chipotle mayonnaise dressing. Divide the fish between the tortillas. Top with the cilantro coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 984.3 calories, Carbohydrate 117.5 g, Cholesterol 137.4 mg, Fat 44.4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 42.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1153.8 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

CHIPOTLE FISH TACOS



Chipotle Fish Tacos image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons honey
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped, plus 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes, 1 zested and juiced, 1 sliced in half
One 16-ounce bag broccoli slaw
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 mini sweet peppers, sliced into rings
1 to 2 serrano chiles, sliced thinly
1 pound cod fillets
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
12 corn taco shells, blistered
Sliced avocado, sour cream, hot sauce and lime wedges, for the tacos

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Mix together the honey, chipotle peppers and adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and juice and zest of 1 lime in a small bowl to make a glaze. Set aside.
  • Put the broccoli slaw in the bottom of a baking dish. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then toss. Scatter over the sliced sweet peppers and chiles. Top the slaw and peppers with the cod fillets. Season the cod with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the chipotle glaze over the fish and around the baking dish over the slaw.
  • Roast until the fish is cooked through and flaky, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and immediately squeeze over the juice of the other lime. Flake the cod into large chunks and sprinkle over the chopped cilantro.
  • To build the tacos, place a couple chunks of cod into each taco shell. Top with a pinch of slaw, some sliced avocado, sour cream and hot sauce. Garnish with a lime wedge and squeeze over a little juice before eating.

BAJA FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI ROJO SALSA



Baja Fish Tacos with Chipotle Aioli Rojo Salsa image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

3 cups finely sliced green cabbage
1 cup finely sliced red cabbage
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons torn fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon pureed chipotle in adobo
1 teaspoon dark agave syrup
1 pound boneless, skinless halibut fillets
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups lager beer, chilled
2 quarts canola oil
Twelve 5-inch fresh corn tortillas
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup Rojo Salsa, recipe follows
Fresh Tortilla Chips, recipe follows
2 dried ancho chiles
2 dried guajillo chiles
2 dried pasilla chiles
4 quartered Roma tomatoes, stemmed
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 jalapeno, seeded and stemmed
1 medium sweet onion, sliced
Kosher salt
Kosher salt
Canola oil, for frying
24 thick, good-quality corn tortillas

Steps:

  • For the cabbage slaw: Add the cabbage to a mixing bowl and season with salt. Toss with your hands and gently massage the cabbage to tenderize. Add the cilantro and juice from the lime.
  • For the smoky chipotle aioli: Combine the mayonnaise, chipotle and agave in a small bowl. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • For the Baja fish tacos: Carefully cut the halibut into 12 even-sized pieces (each about 4 inches long). Combine the cornstarch, chili powder and 3/4 cup flour in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Using a whisk, create a well in the center and slowly pour in the beer as you stir. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the beer, forming a smooth batter.
  • Heat 3 inches oil in a heavy pot to 350 degrees F. Line a tray with paper towels.
  • Season the remaining 1/4 cup flour in a shallow dish with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge each piece of fish in it, shaking off any excess. Dip into the batter, then place in the hot oil. Cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on the paper towels and season with salt. Keep warm.
  • To assemble, place a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Place the tortillas in the pan 2 at a time and lightly drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and cook until golden and the Parmesan is crispy and stuck to the tortilla, 30 to 40 seconds on each side.
  • To make each taco, smear a little chipotle aioli on the bottom of each tortilla. Top with some drained slaw, a piece of crispy fish and some Rojo Salsa. Serve with Tortilla Chips.
  • Remove the stems and seeds from the dried chiles, then tear them into large pieces. Toast the chiles in a large saute pan over medium-high heat until they start to change color, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add hot water to just cover the chiles (about 2 cups). Place back on medium-low heat and simmer until soft and tender, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Place the tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno and onions on a baking tray, then broil until everything is charred well, turning once, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a blender along with the chiles and their cooking liquid and pulse until smooth but still with a little texture. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Set aside until ready to serve.
  • Break down the salt into finer pieces in a mortar and pestle (so it sticks to the chips better).
  • Heat 5 to 6 inches oil to 350 degrees F in a heavy pot.
  • Stack up the tortillas and cut into 6 even pieces. Working in batches, sprinkle into the hot oil and cook, stirring so they don't stick together, until puffed and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and place on a rack over a tray. Season with salt immediately. Serve warm with salsa.

FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM



Fish Tacos with Chipotle Cream image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 47m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound white flaky fish fillet, like tilapia or halibut
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons chipotle pepper, in adobo sauce
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded green cabbage or lettuce
1/2 cup corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pour over the fish fillets and let marinate for 20 minutes. Put the yogurt into a strainer lined with apaper towel and place over a bowl to drain and thicken for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the fish from the marinade and grill on a preheated grill or nonstick grill pan over a medium-high heat until cooked thorough, about 3 minutes per side. Set the fish aside on a plate for 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl combine the thickened yogurt, mayonnaise, and chipotle pepper.
  • Heat the tortillas on the grill or grill pan for 30 seconds on each side.
  • Flake the fish with a fork. Top each tortilla with 1 tablespoon of the chipotle cream. Top with fish, cabbage, corn and cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI



Fish Tacos with Chipotle Aioli image

I came up with this recipe after having fish tacos at a seafood restaurant. Instead of frying the fish, I grill it and add a couple of fresh items to give this light healthy meal new flair. -Anthony Dolby, Howland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
AIOLI:
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
TACOS:
1-1/2 pounds mahi mahi
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 envelope taco seasoning
8 flour tortillas (8 inches)
2 cups coleslaw mix
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced
Lime slices

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss the first six ingredients. In another bowl, mix aioli ingredients; refrigerate until assembly., Brush fish with oil; sprinkle with taco seasoning. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill fish, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Remove fish from grill, cover loosely with foil to keep warm., Place tortillas on grill. Grill, 5-10 seconds or until lightly browned, turning occasionally. , To assemble, flake fish into pieces. Spread half of the aioli over tortillas. Top with fish, black bean mixture, coleslaw, cheese and jalapeno. Serve with lime and remaining aioli.

Nutrition Facts :

FRIED FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME SALSA



Fried Fish Tacos with Chipotle-Lime Salsa image

Crunchy fried fish tacos with a delicious and easy homemade chipotle salsa! My husband loves these, and it's a great summer meal to eat outside with a beer or a margarita. Yummy!

Provided by Nurjahan Boulden

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon lemon pepper
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 eggs
¼ cup oil
1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into chunks
24 corn tortillas
½ (8 ounce) bottle ranch dressing, or to taste
¼ cup hot chunky salsa
½ lime, juiced
1 canned chipotle chile, thinly sliced
1 small head shredded cabbage, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place 1/2 cup flour in a small bowl. Combine remaining flour with panko bread crumbs, seasoned salt, garlic powder, lemon pepper, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a shallow bowl. Whisk eggs in a separate small bowl.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Roll tilapia in flour, dip in the egg mixture, roll in the panko-flour mixture, and place in the hot oil. Fry until light brown, about 3 minutes per side. Place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Heat tortillas in a separate skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Combine ranch dressing, salsa, lime, and chipotle chile in a small bowl for the salsa.
  • Divide tilapia over the warmed tortillas and serve with salsa and cabbage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 239.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

BAJA CHIPOTLE FISH TACOS



Baja Chipotle Fish Tacos image

Marinated cod, cabbage, and zesty white sauce lend authentic Baja flavors to these easy to make tacos. This recipe was posted by a popular seasoning company and adapted from a cooking websites newsletter. Included in the 2006 Zaar World Tour - Mexico.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 cups Lawry baja chipotle marinade, with lime juice (R)
1 1/2 lbs cod or 1 1/2 lbs other firm white fish fillets
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
12 soft taco-size corn tortillas, warmed
2 cups green cabbage, shredded

Steps:

  • Place fish in a large baking dish or resealable plastic bag, pour 3/4 cup Lawry's Baja (r) Chipotle Marinade with Lime Juice over the fish.
  • Marinate in refrigerator about 30 minutes in covered dish or sealed plastic bag.
  • Remove fish from dish or bag and discard marinade.
  • Grill or broil fish and baste with 1/4 cup Baja Chipotle Marinade. Turn fish once and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • While fish is cooking, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and remaining 2-4 tablespoons of marinade in a small bowl.
  • To serve place fish in tortillas, using two tortillas for each taco, top with shredded cabbage and drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 53.7, Sodium 94.7, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 23.4

BAJA FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM



Baja Fish Tacos With Chipotle Cream image

Provided by Food Network

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs. halibut, snapper or cod cut into 2x1 inch pieces
1 box tempura batter
1 1/2 cups club soda
2 cups shredded Napa cabbage
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
8 corn tortillas
fresh cilantro sprigs
2 limes, cut into wedges
salt and pepper to taste
salt and pepper to taste
peanut oil for frying
1 cup sour cream
1 minced chipotle with its sauce, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • FISH TACOS: Heat peanut oil to 350F in a large dutch oven or deep fryer. In a 9" x13" glass dish, combine club soda and tempura batter mix. Season fish with salt and pepper. Coat pieces of fish in batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil to cook.
  • Fry for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Warm tortillas in the microwave or in a dry skillet over medium heat. Pile some fried fish on each corn tortilla and top with chipotle cream, red onion, cabbage and cilantro sprigs. Squeeze on some fresh lime juice and enjoy.
  • CHIPOTLE CREAM: Combine ingredients in a small mixing bowl with a spoon or rubber spatula until combined, adding more or less chipotle according to your taste.

GRILLED FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREMA



Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema image

Provided by Jet Tila

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
2 limes, 1 halved and 1 cut into wedges
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon canned chipotle chile, finely chopped (optional)
Vegetable oil, such as grapeseed or canola
Eight 6 inch corn tortillas
1 pound (450 grams) skinless flounder (or other firm, white fish) fillets
2 cups (480 milliliters) shredded green cabbage, rinsed in ice water and dried thoroughly
Pico de gallo or Mexican hot sauce (such as Tapatio, Cholula or Valentina), for serving

Steps:

  • Make the chipotle crema: In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise and sour cream until combined. Squeeze in lime juice, to taste, and whisk. Add salt, pepper and chipotle, to taste.
  • Make the tacos: Heat a large skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes. Meanwhile, pour a few tablespoons of oil in a small bowl. Separate the corn tortillas from each other but keep them in a stack then run the outer edges through the oil. Add a few tortillas at a time to the dry skillet and heat until soft and hot, about 30 seconds per side. Wrap the tortillas in a clean, dry kitchen towel or place in a tortilla warmer, to keep warm.
  • Heat a grill pan or grill over high heat for at least 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, slice the fish fillets into 1-by-2-inch strips. Pat dry with a paper towel. Season generously with salt and a pinch of pepper.
  • Wipe the grill pan or grill grates with a lightly oiled towel right before cooking to remove any char and debris. (This will give you great grill marks and help the fish from sticking.) Working in batches, cook the fish strips in a single layer just until they are opaque and flake in the middle (making sure not to overcook them), about 2 minutes per side.
  • Top each tortilla with 3 fish strips, a pinch of the cabbage and a drizzle of the crema. Serve right away with lime wedges and pico de gallo or hot sauce on the side.

SOUTHERN-STYLE FISH TACOS WITH CRUNCHY SLAW AND CHIPOTLE MAYO



Southern-Style Fish Tacos with Crunchy Slaw and Chipotle Mayo image

Categories     Sauce     Fish     Side     Fry     Dinner     Chill

Yield makes 8 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 29

CRUNCHY SLAW
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt
1 cup finely shredded green cabbage
1 cup finely shredded red cabbage
1/2 small red onion, minced
1 small jalapeño, seeds and veins removed, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
CHIPOTLE MAYO
1 cup mayonnaise
1 chipotle pepper packed in adobo sauce
2 teaspoons adobo sauce
2 teaspoons honey
CATFISH
Peanut oil, for frying
Two 6-ounce catfish fillets
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons hot sauce, preferably Tabasco
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 corn tortillas
Lime wedges, for garnish
Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the slaw: Whisk the lime juice, oil, honey, and salt together in a bowl. Add the green and red cabbage, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro, and toss to combine. Cover with plastic wrap, and let the bowl chill in the fridge for 1 hour, so the flavors can develop.
  • For the chipotle mayo: Blend the mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, and honey in a food processor until smooth. Remove from processor, and set aside until ready to serve.
  • For the catfish: Heat 2 inches of oil in a Dutch oven to 375 degrees F. (For tips on deep-frying, see page 19.)
  • Slice the catfish into 1-inch-thick fingers on a diagonal, and season with salt and pepper. Whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce on a rimmed plate. Stir together the cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper on another rimmed plate, and season with salt and pepper. Working in batches, dip the catfish into the buttermilk batter, then dredge it through the cornmeal mixture, shaking off the excess.
  • When the oil is hot, gently drop the catfish into the Dutch oven and fry until golden brown, working in batches, about 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Remove to a paper-towel-lined sheet tray when done, and immediately season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the tortillas on a plate, and wrap the plate with damp paper towels. Microwave on high for 45 seconds. (Alternatively, if you have a gas stove, turn the heat to medium and place a corn tortilla directly over the flame, to toast for about 15 seconds on each side. This will soften the tortilla and give it a delicious smoky flavor.)
  • To assemble the tacos, place a generous portion of fried catfish onto the center of a warmed tortilla. Top with the crunchy slaw, and top with chipotle mayonnaise. Garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.
  • ALTERNATIVE: GRILLED CATFISH
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  • Slice the catfish into 1-inch-thick fingers on the diagonal. Brush with a few tablespoons olive oil on each side, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the catfish 2 to 3 minutes per side. Assemble the tacos as directed.

MAHI MAHI FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE SLAW AND ROASTED PINEAPPLE SAUCE



Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos with Chipotle Slaw and Roasted Pineapple Sauce image

Categories     Sandwich     Fish     Dinner     Lunch     Tortillas     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 24

For the pineapple sauce:
2 cups chopped peeled and cored fresh pineapple
1/2 yellow bell pepper, halved lengthwise again and seeded
1 fresh red jalapeño, halved lengthwise and seeded
Juice of 1 lime juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the slaw:
1/2 head white cabbage, thinly sliced
1/2 head red cabbage, thinly sliced
1 bunch red radishes, greens trimmed and radishes sliced thin
1 bunch cilantro, stems reserved for another use and leaves thinly sliced or minced
For the dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
3 chipotles in adobo, minced, plus 4 tablespoons adobo sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the fish:
1 pound mahi mahi fillet, skinned
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
8 corn or flour tortillas
cilantro sprigs for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the pineapple sauce:
  • In a grill pan over moderately high heat, sear and soften the pineapple, bell pepper, and jalapeño, turning occasionally with tongs. Transfer the pineapple, bell pepper, and jalapeño to a blender and add the lime juice, then purée the mixture. Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper and keep at room temperature.
  • Prepare the slaw:
  • In a large bowl toss together the cabbages, the radishes, and the cilantro.
  • Prepare the dressing:
  • In a medium bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients and season it with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Prepare the fish and warm the tortillas:
  • Prepare a grill for moderately high heat.
  • While the grill is heating, cut the fish crosswise into 1-inch wide strips. In a small bowl whisk together the paprika and the cayenne and sprinkle it evenly all over the strips. Season the strips well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Divide the tortillas into 2 stacks and wrap each stack in foil. Warm the tortillas on the grill, turning once or twice, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Remove the packets from the grill and keep warm in a kitchen towel.
  • Oil the grill rack, then grill the fish, covered, turning it once, until it is opaque and just cooked through, about 6 minutes total. Transfer the fish to a platter and keep it warm, covered.
  • Assemble the tacos:
  • Drizzle the dressing over the slaw and toss it well. Divide the fish among the warm tortillas and top it with the slaw. Garnish the tacos with the cilantro sprigs and serve them with the pineapple sauce on the side.

BEER AND CHIPOTLE-BATTERED FISH TACOS



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 ounces canned chipotle peppers
2 eggs
2 cups beer (recommended: Tecate or other pale beer)
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons gray salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 cups sour cream
1 1/2 bunches cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice, plus 6 limes, cut in wedges
1 teaspoon gray salt
Corn oil, for frying
3 tomatoes, small diced
12 red radishes, thinly sliced
24 corn tortillas
1 1/2 pounds cod or other whitefish cut into 1-ounce strips
2 recipes Todd's Slaw, recipe follows
1 head green cabbage
1 large red onion
1 cup cider vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon toasted caraway seed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 bunches scallions (green parts only), for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • To make the batter:
  • Puree the chipotles and egg together in a blender. When well blended transfer to a bowl and whisk in the beer. In a separate mixing bowl combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, whisking well to prevent clumps. Add freshly ground pepper. Set the batter aside while preparing the other ingredients.
  • For the fish tacos:
  • In a small mixing bowl mix together the sour cream, 2 tablespoons of the chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1 teaspoon gray salt, mix well and remove to a serving bowl.
  • In a large pot or skillet add corn oil about 1 to 2-inches deep. Over medium heat, heat the corn oil to 350 degrees F.
  • On a large serving plate arrange the tomatoes, lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and sliced radishes to garnish tacos.
  • Wrap the tortillas in aluminum foil and heat in the oven while frying the fish.
  • With your fingers dip the fish strips into the batter and carefully place in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown all over, about 2 minutes on each side. With a slotted spoon remove the fish to a paper towel. To assemble the tacos place 1 piece of the fried fish on a warm tortilla and garnish with tomatoes, chopped cilantro, radishes, and sour cream. Serve with lime wedges and Todd's Slaw.
  • Core the cabbage and shave thinly. Peel the red onion, cut in half, and slice thin and mix well with the cabbage.
  • Boil the cider vinegar and sugar together whisking to dissolve sugar. When hot combine with olive oil, caraway seeds, salt and pepper. Place cabbage and onions in a non-reactive baking dish and pour hot dressing over the top. Place another pan of equal size on top and place a weight on top to press the slaw. Refrigerate for 24 hours. Before serving add chopped scallions.

CHIPOTLE LIME COD FISH TACOS



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These cod fish tacos are perfect for warm evenings or sunny afternoon family gatherings. If age appropriate, serve with the same cerveza you used in your batter and both the tacos and beer will go down easily.

Provided by richlids

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 ounces Mexican beer
1 egg
½ cup mayonnaise
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
½ lime, juiced
oil for frying
1 pound cod fillets, cut into 2-inch chunks
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
1 (10 ounce) package 6-inch flour tortillas
1 head lettuce, shredded
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled queso fresco
1 tomato, diced
½ red onion, diced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 fresh lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Stir in beer and egg.
  • Mix mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and lime juice together in a bowl.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Coat cod pieces in 1/3 cup flour until completely covered. Shake off excess flour; dip into beer batter. Cook cod in oil a few pieces at a time until batter turns a golden brown color, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain oil excess. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Place fried cod pieces on tortillas. Top with lettuce, queso fresco, tomato, red onion, cilantro, and chipotle-lime sauce. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 737.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 79.7 mg, Fat 42.2 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 847.9 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

HEALTHY FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM



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I think I got this recipe from Cooking Light and have made it several times for customers of mine who are watching their weight. They loved it and always requested it again.

Provided by crispychick

Categories     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup nonfat sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped tomato
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 lb tilapia fillet
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
4 fat free tortillas, wrapped in foil and heated in oven
roasted corn (optional)
chopped tomato (optional)
chopped scallion (optional)
black beans (optional)
lime wedge (optional)
cilantro (optional)
jalapeno (optional)
shredded lettuce or cabbage (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix the first three ingredients to make a sauce and set aside in a bowl.
  • In a skillet, saute for 5 minutes the next 8 ingredients (butter through cilantro) Add the fish, cover and cook 3 minutes or until opaque.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and zest.
  • Have any additional condiments in seperate bowls and let each person"build" their own tacos.

CHICHARRONES FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE TARTAR SAUCE



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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 scallion, white and light green parts only, sliced
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeds removed and finely chopped
1/2 lime, juiced
Salt
2 pounds skinless Pacific cod (or other firm, flaky white fish), cut into 1-inch chunks
4 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus additional for seasoning
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying
Salt
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, halved crosswise and sliced into 1/2-inch thick strips, for serving
2 cups arugula, stems removed, for serving
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, for serving
1 ripe Hass avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and sliced, for serving
2 oranges, zested, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • To prepare the tartar sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, garlic, scallion, chipotle, and lime juice in a small bowl and mix well. Add salt, to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use. Keep covered in the refrigerator up to 1 week.;
  • To prepare the tacos: Put the fish in a large bowl. Place the garlic cloves on a cutting board. Slice the cloves in half lengthwise and then smash with the side of a chef's knife. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over the garlic and chop and smear the garlic against the cutting board until it makes a paste. Add the garlic paste to the bowl of fish. Add the Worcestershire sauce and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; turning the fish to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Place the flour in a shallow dish and toss the fish pieces in it a few at a time, until they're all evenly coated. Shake off the excess flour.
  • Heat 2-inches of oil to 375 degrees F in a heavy skillet or deep pot over medium-high heat. Carefully add a few pieces of the fish at a time and fry until golden brown all over, about 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and pepper while they are still hot. Allow the frying oil to return to temperature and continue to fry the fish in batches until finished.
  • Wrap the tortillas in a damp kitchen towel and place in the microwave. Microwave on full power for 30 seconds until they are soft and pliable. Keep warm.
  • To serve: Spread a dollop of the chipotle tartar sauce onto a warmed tortilla. Add a few strips of cucumber and top with 3 or 4 pieces of fish. Cover with a few arugula leaves, cilantro leaves, avocado, and a little orange zest. Serve with more tartar sauce on the side and lime wedges.

CHICHARRONES FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE TARTAR SAUCE



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The key to really great chicharron is to make sure that the fried fish is crispy and not greasy. You can add some avocado slices to each taco for a creamy, cool complement. Recipe courtesy of Ingrid Hoffman.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     South American

Time 40m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo, seeded and finely chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 scallion, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
salt, to taste
2 lbs skinless red snapper fillets (or other firm, flaky white fish)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups vegetable oil, for frying (more if necessary)
8 flour tortillas (6 inch size)
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and sliced into 1/2 inch thick long strips
6 ounces arugula leaves
1 cup cilantro leaf
2 oranges, zest of
lime wedge, for serving

Steps:

  • Tartar Sauce:.
  • Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Adjust the salt to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Tacos:.
  • Rinse the fish under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut the fish into 1 inch cubes and put in a large bowl. Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper and turn the fish carefully to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 20 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Put the flour on a plaate and toss the fish pieces in it a few at a time, until they are all evenly coated.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F. Carefully add a few pieces of the fish at a time, shaking off any excess flour before placing them into the oil. Fry until the fish pieces are golden brown all over, about 4-6 minutes. Then transfer them to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tortilla and warm for 10-15 seconds. Flip the tortilla and warm until it is pliant and heated through, another 10-20 seconds. Place on a plate and cover with a towel to keep them warm. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Spread a dollop of the chipotle tartar sauce onto a warmed tortilla. Add a few strips of cucumber and top with 3 or 4 pieces of fish. Cover with a few arugula leaves and cilantro leaves and a sprinkling of the orange zest. Serve with more chipotle tartar sauce and the lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!

FISH TACOS WITH CREAMY CHIPOTLE CABBAGE SLAW



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Categories     Fish

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 cup shredded green cabbage (1 medium to large cabbage)
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 small red onion, very thinly sliced
3 large scallions (white and light green parts), thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
.5 cup mayonnaise
.5 cup plain Greek Yogurt
.25 cup fresh lime juice, or 1/8 cup fresh lime juice plus 1/8 cup Champagne vinegar, white wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoon granulated sugar or honey
1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
1 teaspoon chipotle powder (optional)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
1 teaspoon finely ground sea salt, or to taste
1 pound mild white fish (such as cod, halibut, or tilapia), cut into 4 fillets
3 tablespoon olive oil
8 small corn tortillas, warmed (or 16 tortillas if you want to be authentic)

Steps:

  • Combine the cabbages, carrots, onion, scallions, and jalapeño in a large bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, yogurt or sour cream, lime juice or lime juice and vinegar, sugar or honey, and the cumin and chipotle powder, if using, until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving and up to 2 days. (If refrigerating for more than an hour or so, drain off any liquid that pools at the bottom of the bowl just prior to serving.)
  • In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, chipotle powder, and 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste. Pat each fish fillet dry and lightly dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat and place 2 fillets at a time in the pan. Gently fry for 3 to 6 minutes, until the underside of the fish turns opaque. Use a spatula to flip the fillets and cook until opaque throughout. Place on a paper towel-lined plate, drain the remaining oil from the pan, and repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and the remaining 2 fillets.
  • To serve, for each fish fillet, heat tortillas in a clean skillet in batches with the 1 remaining tablespoon oil, flipping them once, then place them on a plate.
  • Cut each fillet in half and divide the fish evenly among the tortillas. Toss the slaw to recombine and then add a spoonful to each taco along with some cilantro, if desired. (Chances are you will have excess slaw. Just cover it and stash it in the fridge and serve it alongside pulled pork, grilled chicken, or just about anything.)

GRILLED FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME DRESSING



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Categories     Fish     Low Fat     Low Cal     Dinner     Lunch     Healthy

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 28

Marinade
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons lime zest
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay™
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into chunks
Dressing
1 (8 ounce) container light sour cream
1/2 cup adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons lime zest
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay™
salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
1 (10 ounce) package tortillas
3 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 small head cabbage, cored and shredded
2 limes, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • To make the marinade, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, lime zest, honey, garlic, cumin, chili powder, seafood seasoning, black pepper, and hot sauce in a bowl until blended. Place the tilapia in a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the fish. Cover, and refrigerate 6 to 8 hours. To make the dressing, combine the sour cream and adobo sauce in a bowl. Stir in the lime juice, lime zest, cumin, chili powder, seafood seasoning. Add salt, and pepper in desired amounts. Cover, and refrigerate until needed. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate. Set grate 4 inches from the heat. Remove fish from marinade, drain off any excess and discard marinade. Grill fish pieces until easily flaked with a fork, turning once, about 9 minutes. Assemble tacos by placing fish pieces in the center of tortillas with desired amounts of tomatoes, cilantro, and cabbage; drizzle with dressing. To serve, roll up tortillas around fillings, and garnish with lime wedges.

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