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| '''Difficulty:''' Easy || '''Prep:''' 15 mins || '''Cook:''' 10 mins || '''Yield:''' 5-6 Tacos
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Tilapia fillets are seasoned twice—once during the sear and once after—to create a deep flavor profile that pairs perfectly with a cool, salty queso fresco crema.
 
 
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| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dietary Fiber || 4g || 14%
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dietary Fiber || 4g || 14%
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| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Total Sugars || 2g || 4%
| '''Total Sugars''' || 2g || 4%
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| '''Protein''' || 24g || 48%
| '''Protein''' || 24g || 48%
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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== Ingredients ==
 
=== For the Fish ===
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! Item !! Quantity !! Notes
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| Tilapia fillets || 5 ||
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| Olive oil || As needed ||
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| Lemon pepper seasoning || As needed ||
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=== Fish Seasoning ===
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| Chili powder || 1 tsp ||
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| Paprika || 1 tsp ||
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| Cumin || 1/2 tsp ||
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| Garlic powder || 1/2 tsp ||
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| Onion powder || 1/2 tsp ||
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| Salt || 1/2 tsp ||
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| Black pepper || 1/4 tsp ||
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=== Slaw ===
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| Shredded cabbage || 2 cups ||
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| Diced cilantro || 1/4 cup ||
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| Lime juice || 1 tbsp ||
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| Honey || 1 tsp ||
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| Salt || 1/2 tsp ||
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| Black pepper || 1/2 tsp ||
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=== Queso Fresco Crema ===
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| Queso fresco || 1/2 cup || Crumbled
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| Milk || 1 1/2 tbsp ||
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| Garlic powder || 1/2 tsp ||
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| Paprika || 1/2 tsp ||
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== Directions ==
 
=== 1. Preparation ===
# '''Mix Fish Seasoning:''' In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
# '''Make the Slaw:''' In a medium bowl, mix the shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Let this sit to allow the flavors to marry.
# '''Prepare Crema:''' Whisk the crumbled queso fresco, milk, garlic powder, and paprika together until it reaches a smooth, drizzling consistency.
 
=== 2. Cooking the Fish ===
# '''Sear:''' Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
# '''Season:''' Add the tilapia fillets. Sprinkle each side generously with the lemon pepper seasoning.
# '''Cook:''' Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
 
=== 3. Finishing & Serving ===
# '''Toss:''' Transfer the hot fish to a bowl. Add the pre-mixed fish seasonings and toss until the fillets are broken up into bite-sized pieces and evenly coated.
# '''Assemble:''' Serve in warm tortillas topped with the zesty slaw, a drizzle of the queso fresco crema, and sriracha sauce.

Revision as of 01:38, 8 February 2026

Per Serving (2 Tacos)
Nutrient Amount % Daily Value*
Calories 280 kcal 14%
Total Fat 9g 12%
   Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 680mg 30%
Total Carbohydrates 26g 9%
   Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 2g 4%
Protein 24g 48%
  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.