The Best Fish Tacos with Salmon
When you want a quick dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor these salmon tacos are an excellent choice! They are layered with an abundance of fresh Baja-style flavor. You get that classic masa taste from the tortilla, the complexity of well seasoned salmon in the filling, vibrant lime and creamy richness from the taco slaw, and a highlight of herbaceous finish from the cilantro. And I think you’ll appreciate the layering of a trio of textures – including a soft and chewy tortilla, buttery salmon, and crunchy cabbage. It’s all the perfect blend and a dish fit for company!
Salmon Tacos Recipe Ingredients
1 1/4 lbs skinless salmon (about 1-inch thick), cut into 3 fillets Salt and black pepper 1 1/2 tsp chili powder 3/4 tsp ground cumin 1 Tbsp olive oil 10 (6-inch) corn tortillas, warmed3 cups (slightly packed) finely shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp lime zest and 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice 1 1/2 tsp honey 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 3/4 tsp minced garlic (1 small clove)
How to Make Salmon Tacos the Quick and Easy Way
Salmon Taco Toppings
I’ve listed toppings I like in the recipe but there are plenty of options. Here are a few ideas:
Avocado Cilantro Fresh mango Fresh pineapple Fish taco slaw (as pictured) Queso fresco, Cotija, or Monterey Jack Cheese Mexican hot sauce Mexican crema Onion (white or red, or pickled)
Possible Substitutions
Spicy heat: For spicy salmon fish tacos use chipotle powder in place of regular chili powder or add 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper. Smokey flavor: If you want a smokey hint to them use ancho chili powder in place of regular chili powder, also include 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Cumin substitute: Coriander would also be good in place of cumin. Salmon substitute: You can use another type of fish in place of salmon such as cod. Time saver: To save time use a pre-chopped coleslaw mix instead of using fresh cabbage and chopping it yourself. Tortilla type: If you prefer flour tortillas you can use those instead of corn tortillas. Another option here is to make these mini size and use the 4.5-inch street taco tortillas. Healthier mayo swap: Plain Greek yogurt would work in place of mayonnaise for a lighter option.
What to Serve with Salmon Tacos
Black Beans and Mexican Rice Mango Salsa and Tortilla Chips Mexican Street Corn or the salad form of it
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