Baja-Style Cod Tacos With Avocado And Cabbage Slaw
Flaky, spiced cod wrapped in warm corn tortillas and topped with a zesty purple cabbage slaw. Creamy avocado and a bright lime crema complete this satisfying, hormone-supporting meal.
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep medium avocado (sliced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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For the Fish
For the Slaw
For the Lime Crema
For Serving
From Your Pantry
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In a small bowl
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with the juice of half a lime and a pinch of salt. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
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In a medium bowl
In a medium bowl, toss the shredded cabbage and half the chopped cilantro with the juice of another half lime, a light drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Set aside to marinate.
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Pat the cod chunks dry with a…
Pat the cod chunks dry with a paper towel. Season them generously with salt, black pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin.
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Heat the remaining olive oil in a…
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cod. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the fish is completely opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the heat.
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Warm the corn tortillas in a dry…
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or until pliable and fragrant.
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Assemble your tacos by dividing the cooked…
Assemble your tacos by dividing the cooked cod evenly among the warm tortillas. Top generously with the cabbage slaw, sliced avocado, remaining fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of the lime sour cream. Serve with any remaining lime wedges.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
If the purple cabbage feels too…
If the purple cabbage feels too stiff, use your hands to gently massage it for a minute after adding the lime juice and salt; this breaks down the fibers and makes it much easier to digest.
Ensure your skillet is fully preheated…
Ensure your skillet is fully preheated before adding the fish to achieve a nice crust and prevent the delicate cod from sticking to the pan.
Keep the corn tortillas warm and…
Keep the corn tortillas warm and soft by wrapping them in a clean, slightly damp kitchen towel immediately after heating.
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