By Becky Hardin
Published Jan 18, 2018
Cod Fish Tacos are so fresh and delicious. The flavors in these Margarita Fish Tacos are off the hook! Citrus from limes, oranges, and tequila brighten the cod fish flavors and when mixed with the acidic slaw these just cannot be beat. This Cod Fish Taco Recipe is the ultimate light recipe to start off the new year. Healthy can be just as delicious as this creative Tex-Mex recipe proves.
Cod Fish Tacos
This Cod Fish Tacos recipe is so good! Margarita Fish Tacos are such a fun dish to try this Cinco de Mayo.
I feel like I’m getting ready for Cinco de Mayo the entire year and now I’m adding these Cod Fish Tacos. I am a HUGE fan of Mexican cuisine and if I had to eat one type of food every meal for the rest of my life, this would be it. Nachos , tacos , fajitas , queso , rice…all of it. I know I haven’t had the most authentic variety but I know that almost everything I’ve tried…I really love.
These Margarita Fish Tacos are so fun and flavorful! They’re so pretty and bright, and they are healthy too! Cod fish tacos are the perfect tailgating meal, plus they make a great recipe for celebrating Cinco de Mayo .
Let’s be honest, Margarita Fish Tacos would be an awesome dinner any night of the year (any night can be Taco Night !). I think you’re going to love this recipe!
Margarita Fish Tacos with Cod
Pat has always been a huge fan of cod fish tacos while I’ve typically stuck to ordering old faithful: chicken tacos . He LOVES seafood and is up for trying anything. I have to say, the bright flavors of these Margarita Fish Tacos have won me over, and the ease of preparation sure isn’t bad either!
I love the citrus combined with the tequila (duh) and how that marinates in the fish so that everything is extra juicy and flavorful. These cod fish tacos are such a winner for Taco Tuesday!
What kind of fish do you use for tacos?
You can use any type of fish you like for tacos. It’s totally up to you! We made Cod Fish Tacos for this recipe and I think it’s the best choice of fish for it. The tequila, lime, and orange flavors mixed with the pickled cabbage slaw in this Margarita Fish Tacos recipe really go well with cod fish.
However, you can make mahi mahi fish tacos, snapper fish tacos, or halibut fish tacos with this recipe (if you prefer).
What is a good side dish for fish tacos?
We have so many amazing Mexican and Tex-Mex inspired side dishes around here that will go perfectly with these cod fish tacos.
- Mexican Grilled Corn on the Cob
- Cheesy Mexican Rice
- Mexican Street Corn Salsa
Tacos go well with…Margaritas!
Well this seems like the most obvious statement, but nothing goes better with this cod fish taco recipe than actual margaritas. And we have plenty of those for you to choose from:
- Skinny Margarita Recipe The Best Pitcher Margaritas Sparkling Strawberry Margarita Punch
You’ll really be celebrating Cinco de Mayo when you make these delicious cod fish tacos paired with the perfect margarita! There’s nothing better to pair with Fish Tacos than an amazing Margarita! We have compiled all our favorite Margarita Recipes in the ULTIMATE MARGARITA GUIDE . From classic to unique to flavored to frozen, we have you covered! Be sure to check it out today.
Make these Cod Fish Tacos for Taco Night! Check out the full Taco Tuesday Guide for more tips, ideas, and recipes.
Serving Suggestions
We love to serve these cod fish tacos on lightly fried flour or corn tortillas and pile on the thinly sliced radish, red onion, cilantro, avocado, and lime juice. Keep it simple! You really want to be able to taste all the flavors working in these awesome tacos. The more minimalist the better when it comes to these babies. But of course you can add any of your favorite toppings, and a drizzle of taco sauce wouldn’t hurt!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ ¼ cup tequila
- ▢ ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- ▢ ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- ▢ 2 tablespoons caster sugar
- ▢ ¼-½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ 4 white flesh fish fillets snapper, mahi mahi, cod, grouper, flounder or halibut work well
- ▢ ¼ cup canola or similar, oil, divided
- ▢ 4 8 inch flour tortillas warmed
For the Pickled Cabbage Slaw Salad
- ▢ ½ white or red onion thinly sliced
- ▢ 2 cups shredded cabbage
- ▢ 2-3 radishes thinly sliced
Optional Garnishes
- ▢ Chopped cilantro leaves
- ▢ 1 avocado sliced or diced
- ▢ 1 lime cut into 4 wedges
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, sugar, red pepper flakes and salt. Remove half of the marinade for the cabbage salad and set aside.
- Add the fish to the marinade in the medium bowl, cover and allow to rest for 20 minutes.
- For the cabbage salad: place the onion, cabbage and radish slices in another medium bowl and add the reserved half of the marinade. Gently toss to combine, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- After 20 minutes, transfer the fish to a paper towel-lined tray and pat dry. Brush both sides of the fish fillets lightly with oil.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it is heated, add 2 tablespoons canola oil and turn heat to high. When the oil is hot, carefully add the fish fillets, (skin-side first if still intact) and cook 1-2 minutes each side. Transfer cooked fish to a plate.
- To serve, place a warm tortilla on a serving dish, top with fish, cabbage salad, avocado and cilantro. Add a wedge of lime for lime juice and…
- Enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Delish Fish Recipes to Try
Beer Battered Fish Tacos : I love how airy this batter is—it makes these tacos feel like a vacation on a plate.
Fried Fish Sandwich : This is my go-to for a lazy Friday night dinner. It’s super crispy and so good with a side of fries.
Air Fryer Fish Tacos : I’m obsessed with how easy these are to whip up in the air fryer with zero mess.
Beer Battered Fish : This is the gold standard for me. It’s that classic, pub-style fish that always comes out perfectly flaky.
Margarita Fish Tacos
Ingredients
- ¼ cup tequila
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons caster sugar
- ¼-½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 white flesh fish fillets snapper, mahi mahi, cod, grouper, flounder or halibut work well
- ¼ cup canola or similar, oil, divided
- 4 8 inch flour tortillas warmed
For the Pickled Cabbage Slaw Salad
- ½ white or red onion thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 2-3 radishes thinly sliced
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped cilantro leaves
- 1 avocado sliced or diced
- 1 lime cut into 4 wedges
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, sugar, red pepper flakes and salt. Remove half of the marinade for the cabbage salad and set aside.
- Add the fish to the marinade in the medium bowl, cover and allow to rest for 20 minutes.
- For the cabbage salad: place the onion, cabbage and radish slices in another medium bowl and add the reserved half of the marinade. Gently toss to combine, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- After 20 minutes, transfer the fish to a paper towel-lined tray and pat dry. Brush both sides of the fish fillets lightly with oil.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it is heated, add 2 tablespoons canola oil and turn heat to high. When the oil is hot, carefully add the fish fillets, (skin-side first if still intact) and cook 1-2 minutes each side. Transfer cooked fish to a plate.
- To serve, place a warm tortilla on a serving dish, top with fish, cabbage salad, avocado and cilantro. Add a wedge of lime for lime juice and…
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
