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10-Min Crispy Fish Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Crispy pan-fried white fish in warm tortillas topped with fresh pineapple salsa, cabbage slaw, and lime crema. Ready in 10 minutes — zero fuss, maximum flavor.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
32g
10-Min Crispy Fish Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix diced pineapple with 1 tbsp lime juice in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt.

  2. Step 2

    Stir sour cream with lime zest and remaining lime juice in another bowl. Season with salt.

  3. Step 3

    Toss cabbage with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lime. Set aside.

  4. Step 4

    Pat fish dry. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers. Sear fish 3–4 min per side until opaque and edges are golden.

  6. Step 6

    Warm tortillas in the same skillet 15 seconds per side. Fill with fish, slaw, pineapple, and a dollop of lime crema.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • small bowl
  • medium bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

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