Tilapia Fish Tacos with Red Pepper-Lime Slaw and Blue Cheese Aioli

Tilapia fish tacos are a delicious and healthy meal option that can be enjoyed by seafood lovers and taco enthusiasts alike. The light and flaky texture of tilapia makes it the perfect fish for tacos, and when paired with a zesty red pepper-lime slaw and creamy blue cheese aioli, it creates a flavor explosion that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Tilapia Fish Tacos with Red Pepper-Lime Slaw and Blue Cheese Aioli
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Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

12

Yield:

12 tacos

Ingredients

1 lime, juiced
1 cup roasted red pepper oil, divided
⅓ cup blue cheese salad dressing
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon chopped fresh dill
½ (16 ounce) package coleslaw mix
1 lime, juiced
½ medium white onion, diced
1 roasted red pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, or as needed
4 cloves garlic, sliced
4 (3 ounce) fillets tilapia, cut into cubes
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon chopped fresh dill
1 (12 ounce) package soft corn tortillas

Directions

Step 1

Whisk juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons red pepper oil, blue cheese dressing, mayonnaise, sour cream, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon dill in a bowl until combined. Cover and place aioli sauce in freezer until ready to serve.

Step 2

Place coleslaw mix in a medium bowl. Add juice of 1 lime, 1/2 cup red pepper oil, onion, and chopped roasted red pepper. Toss together until slaw is thoroughly mixed.

Step 3

Heat 1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Add garlic; cook until slightly browned, about 1 minute. Add tilapia; saute until starting to brown, about 2 minutes. Add juice of 1 lime, sour cream, cayenne pepper, Cajun seasoning, and dill. Cook and stir until tilapia is browned, about 4 minutes more. Reduce heat to low.

Step 4

Heat the remaining vegetable oil in a smaller skillet over medium heat. Add tortillas 1 at a time. Cook until bubbles form and tortillas are lightly browned, about 1 minute per side.

Step 5

Place a portion of the tilapia on each tortilla. Top with coleslaw mixture and chilled aioli sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

355

Calories

28g

Fat

18g

Carbs

9g

Protein

Complement

The red pepper-lime slaw adds a refreshing and tangy twist to the tacos, while the blue cheese aioli provides a rich and creamy element that ties the dish together perfectly. The combination of flavors and textures makes these tilapia fish tacos a standout dish that is perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal. Whether you're a fan of seafood, tacos, or both, these Tilapia Fish Tacos with Red Pepper-Lime Slaw and Blue Cheese Aioli are sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.