Description
These zesty fish tacos with corn salsa are a perfect blend of smoky, spicy tilapia and fresh, crunchy corn salsa. Wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with a dollop of sour cream, this dish is the ultimate quick and flavorful dinner solution. It’s light, vibrant, and ready to impress in no time!
Ingredients
For the Corn Salsa:
- Cooked corn kernels: 2 cups
- Diced red onion: ½ cup
- Peeled, diced jicama: 1 cup
- Diced red bell pepper: ½ cup
- Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped: 1 cup
- Lime, juiced and zested: 1 lime
For the Fish:
- Tilapia fillets (4 ounces each): 6 fillets
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Cayenne pepper: 2 tablespoons
- Ground black pepper: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 2 tablespoons
To Serve:
- Corn tortillas, warmed: 12 tortillas
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Corn Salsa
- In a medium bowl, combine corn kernels, red onion, jicama, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
- Add the juice and zest of one lime, stirring to combine.
- Set aside to let the flavors meld while preparing the fish.
Step 2: Season the Fish
- In a small bowl, mix cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, and salt.
- Brush the tilapia fillets with olive oil on both sides.
- Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the fish.
Step 3: Cook the Fish
- Preheat the grill to high heat (or use a skillet if a grill is unavailable).
- Place the fillets directly on the grill grate. Cook for about 3 minutes per side until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 4: Assemble the Tacos
- Stack two warmed corn tortillas for each taco.
- Place a cooked fillet onto the tortillas.
- Top with a dollop of sour cream and a generous serving of the prepared corn salsa.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to customize the tacos with sliced avocado, shredded cabbage, or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra heat.
- If using frozen fish, ensure it’s fully thawed and patted dry before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican