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.
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
Makes
2 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthTrigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Choose your servings, gather what you need, then cook along below.
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
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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
Gather as you go
For the Fish
For the Slaw
For the Lime Crema
For Serving
From Your Pantry
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Instructions
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Next: Mix the sour cream with the juice…
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Mix the sour cream with the juice…
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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Toss the shredded cabbage and half the…
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
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.
Look for: the fish is completely opaque and flakes easily with a fork
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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.
Look for: 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.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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