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Flavorful Fish Tacos Recipe with Easy Spicy Mango Habanero Salsa

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These fish tacos feature a quick marinade and a vibrant spicy mango habanero salsa that balances sweet and heat, making for a fresh and flavorful meal perfect for casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or mahi-mahi), skin removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and finely diced
  • 1 small habanero pepper, deseeded for less heat or whole if desired
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Pinch of salt
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
  • Avocado slices (optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for a cooling drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Pat the white fish fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice blend evenly over both sides of the fish. Drizzle with juice of 1 lime and let marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro. Mince the habanero pepper finely (remove seeds for milder heat) and add to the bowl. Stir in fresh lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust lime or honey as needed. Let salsa sit for a few minutes to meld flavors.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add fish fillets and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until opaque and flaky. Avoid overcooking.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 5 minutes.
  5. Assemble tacos by placing fish pieces in each tortilla. Top with spicy mango habanero salsa and shredded cabbage or lettuce. Add avocado slices and a drizzle of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
  6. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Do not crowd the pan when cooking fish to ensure a good sear. Let salsa rest 10–15 minutes to mellow heat if too spicy. Use gloves when handling habanero peppers to avoid skin irritation. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas. For dairy-free, skip sour cream or use coconut yogurt.

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