Southern-Style Fish Tacos

Dairy Free
Health score
56%
Southern-Style Fish Tacos
20 min.
4
942kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a culinary delight with our Southern-Style Fish Tacos! Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this dish transports you straight to the sunny shores of Alabama. Picture crispy catfish fillets, fried to perfection and nestled in warm tortillas, topped with crunchy green and purple cabbage, juicy diced avocados, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. It's a fusion of texture and taste that promises to tantalize your taste buds.

This recipe is not only a treat for the palate but also fits perfectly into a dairy-free lifestyle. It’s a great option for lunch or dinner, whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy meal at home. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that serves four, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or a weekend feast.

Each bite offers a satisfying crunch from the cornmeal-crusted fish and a refreshing burst of citrus from the lime. Adding your favorite salsa and ranch dressing elevates the experience even further. Plus, with a health score of 56, you can feel good about enjoying these delicious tacos. So gather your ingredients, heat up that frying pan, and let's bring a taste of the South to your kitchen with these irresistible fish tacos!

Ingredients

  • slices avocado fresh diced ripe seeded chopped
  • cup cabbage shredded green
  • servings canola oil 
  • 24 ounce catfish filets 1-inch-thick cut into strips
  • tablespoons parsley dried
  • 6-inch flour tortilla warmed ()
  • teaspoon garlic powder 
  • teaspoons ground pepper red
  • teaspoons lemon pepper 
  • large lime divided
  • tablespoons paprika 
  • cup cabbage shredded
  • servings ranch dressing 
  • servings salsa 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • 1.5 cups cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Squeeze juice of 1 lime over fish.
  2. Combine cornmeal and next 6 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic freezer bag. Pat fish dry with paper towels, and place in bag, shaking to coat.
  3. Pour oil to a depth of 1 1/2 inches in a large deep skillet; heat to 32
  4. Fry catfish, in batches, in hot oil 2 to 3 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
  5. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Place catfish in warmed tortillas; top evenly with cabbage, desired amount of salad dressing, salsa, and toppings.
  7. Cut remaining 2 limes into wedges, and serve with tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Calories942kcal
Protein17.63%
Fat43.89%
Carbs38.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
83.63
Glycemic Load
37.78
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
47.887826007345%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
46.81mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Hesperetin
21.61mg
Naringenin
1.71mg
Apigenin
45.06mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
3.31mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:941.9kcal
47.1%
Fat:46.74g
71.91%
Saturated Fat:7.66g
47.9%
Carbohydrates:92.23g
30.74%
Net Carbohydrates:77.11g
28.04%
Sugar:8.85g
9.83%
Cholesterol:106.46mg
35.49%
Sodium:2180.65mg
94.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.24g
84.49%
Vitamin D:21.29µg
141.95%
Vitamin K:104.58µg
99.6%
Phosphorus:741.51mg
74.15%
Vitamin B12:3.84µg
64.07%
Vitamin B1:0.94mg
62.61%
Manganese:1.22mg
60.97%
Fiber:15.12g
60.48%
Selenium:40.94µg
58.49%
Vitamin A:2758.77IU
55.18%
Vitamin C:41.21mg
49.96%
Vitamin B6:0.96mg
47.86%
Vitamin B3:9.17mg
45.84%
Potassium:1439.05mg
41.12%
Vitamin E:6.07mg
40.44%
Magnesium:155.75mg
38.94%
Iron:6.65mg
36.92%
Folate:146.37µg
36.59%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.9%
Vitamin B5:2.86mg
28.62%
Zinc:3.79mg
25.24%
Copper:0.45mg
22.74%
Calcium:196.96mg
19.7%
Source:My Recipes