Arctic Char Tacos
Fresh Arctic char tacos with zesty slaw and creamy avocado sauce.
20 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb Arctic char fillet, skin on
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
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Instructions
Prepare the Arctic char: Pat the fillet dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika.
Cook the fish: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Place the fish skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove and let rest.
Make the slaw: In a bowl, mix shredded cabbage, red onion, half the lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Let it sit to soften slightly.
Prepare the avocado sauce: Mash the avocado with Greek yogurt, remaining lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Warm the tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side or until pliable.
Assemble the tacos: Flake the cooked Arctic char into chunks. Spread avocado sauce on each tortilla, top with fish, slaw, and garnish with cilantro and jalapeño slices.
Chef's Tips
- Freshness is key: Use the freshest Arctic char you can find for the best flavor and texture.
- Crispy skin: Ensure the fish skin is dry before cooking to get it extra crispy.
- Tortilla tip: Keep tortillas warm in a clean kitchen towel until serving.
- Extra kick: Add a dash of hot sauce or extra lime juice for more zing.
- Make ahead: Prepare the slaw and avocado sauce up to 2 hours in advance.
