Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema

Prepare for your new go-to taco topping: chipotle crema.

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Prep:
Level: Easy
Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. cod
  • 1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • Juice of 1 lime, divided
  • 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 c. Greek yogurt (2%)
  • 2 tsp. adobo sauce (from a can of Chipotle peppers)
  • 1 tsp. lime zest
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 c. finely sliced red cabbage
  • 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 8 6″ corn tortillas, warmed
  • 1 avocado, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 c. Cilantro leaves
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Directions

  1. Place cod in a shallow glass baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk together Old Bay, cumin, chili powder, honey, 3 tablespoons lime juice, and 3 tablespoons olive oil. Pour mixture over cod, turning to coat, and let marinate 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, adobo sauce, lime zest, and remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a lightly oiled grill pan over medium-high heat and season cod with salt and pepper. Grill cod for 4 minutes per side, or until flaky and cooked through. Flake fish and transfer to a bowl.
  4. In a medium bowl, toss cabbage, vinegar, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season with salt.
  5. Serve cod in corn tortillas, layered with avocado, marinated red cabbage, and a drizzle of adobo crema. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with lime.
Anna Watson Carl is a NYC-based private chef, recipe developer, and food writer.

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