Copycat Street Food Dinner: Crispy Cajun Fish Tacos
Find the perfect recipe for Crispy Cajun Fish Tacos inspired by the famous street food of New Orleans. This copycat recipe is easy to follow and takes you straight into the heart of a lively street-food market with its sizzling flavors and aromatic spices.
Allergens
Fish (Fish), Wheat (Flour)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup all
- purpose flour
- 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 8 corn tortillas, warmed
- 2 cups mango salsa
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour and Cajun seasoning with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Pat dry the fish fillets and then coat them in the flour mixture.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully add the coated fish to the oil and fry for 3 4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fish from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Assemble your tacos: Place a fish fillet in each tortilla, top with mango salsa, avocado slices, shredded lettuce, and a squeeze of lime.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the sizzle, aroma, and crowd energy.
Chef’s Insight
Use fresh mangoes for the salsa, as they add an extra layer of sweetness and juiciness to the dish.
Notes
This recipe is perfect for a fun and easy dinner party. The flavors are bold, and the assembly is interactive, making it an enjoyable experience for all guests.