Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

reduced-fat sour cream

2 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

2 tbsp

fresh lime juice

1 unit

jalapeno pepper

seeded and chopped

1 cup

white onion

thinly sliced

1.5 tsp

paprika

1.5 tsp

brown sugar

1 tsp

dried oregano

0.75 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

ground cumin

0.25 tsp

ground red pepper

4 unit

tilapia fillets

1 tbsp

canola oil

8 unit

corn tortillas

0.5 unit

avocado

ripe peeled, thinly sliced

4 unit

lime wedges

Step 1
~2 min

Combine sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeno pepper in a food processor.

Step 2
~2 min

Process until smooth to make the jalapeno sauce.

Step 3
~2 min

Combine the jalapeno sauce and thinly sliced white onion in a small bowl and set aside.

Step 4
~2 min

In a separate bowl, combine paprika, brown sugar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, ground cumin, and ground red pepper.

Step 5
~2 min

Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat canola oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the tilapia fillets to the hot skillet.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9
~2 min

Warm the corn tortillas according to the package directions.

Step 10
~2 min

Divide the cooked tilapia evenly among the warmed tortillas.

Step 11
~2 min

Top each taco with the onion mixture and thinly sliced avocado.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the tacos.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jalapeno based on your spice preference.

For a smoky flavor, try grilling the tilapia.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The jalapeno sauce can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and black beans.

Garnish with additional cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Black beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Baja California, Mexico

Cultural Significance

Represents the coastal cuisine of Baja California.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Taco Tuesday

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Quick meal
Party food

Popularity Score

75/100

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