"Dumb" meaning easy + super yummy, these fish tacos can be dazzled up any way you'd like your tacos prepared! In 15 minutes flat, you'll have crispy fish tacos on the table! I've modified a couple of things for even easier prep. For the original recipe, visit Chelsea's Messy Apron site and just search "fish stick tacos." She crisps up corn tortillas for a more authentic feel...no thanks. Too much work.
This recipe makes SEVEN little tacos...double the fish stick amount if you need more. If you're feeding a family, adults would definitely eat AT LEAST two.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups coleslaw (I used a bag of red. I don't think it matters. She calls for green.)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- sea salt + pepper
- 14 frozen fish sticks (Original recipe and I both used Gorton's. They are easily found in most grocery stores and are made with 100% real, wild-caught fish (no fillers)!)
- tortillas of choice (Misson brand flour Street Tacos (they're only about 5" wide and in my opinion, they're the perfect ratio of fish and shell!)
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon each: garlic powder + Sriracha
- For serving: ripe avocado (I used pre-made guac), cotija cheese, additional lime wedges & cilantro (optional)
Directions:
1. PREP: If using the oven, preheat according to fish stick instructions. You can also use the air fryer!
2. SLAW: In a medium-sized bowl, add the coleslaw, red wine vinegar, & 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt. Toss with tongs and let stand, tossing occasionally. Scrunch cabbage with your hands to soften a touch more.
3. FISH STICKS: Prepare fish sticks according to package directions (or air fry).
4. SAUCE: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, lime juice, garlic, and Sriracha (add more for a hotter sauce). Season to taste. (I add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper...and a little bit of water to thin out the sauce. Stir until smooth. I prepped this ahead of time so it was ready prior to dinner!)
5. ASSEMBLE: Divide the slaw evenly between tortillas. Add TWO fish sticks per taco and add favorite toppings! Add fresh cilantro if desired and drizzle sauce very generously on top (or dip tacos in sauce). Sprinkle cotija if using. Serve with lime wedges (optional) & enjoy immediately!
*www.chelseasmessyapron.com