Zesty Crispy Fish Taco Bowls with Chipotle Lime Drizzle
These Zesty Crispy Fish Taco Bowls feature flaky, spice-rubbed fish with a choice of cooking methods, served over brown rice with fresh toppings and a creamy, smoky chipotle-lime drizzle.
Equipment
- Small bowl
- Non-stick skillet
- Air fryer
- Parchment-lined baking sheet
Ingredients
For the Crispy Fish
- 1 lb (450g) white fish fillets cod, tilapia, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs Optional
For the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- ½ cup frozen corn thawed
- ½ cup black beans rinsed and drained
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 avocado diced
- Lime wedges for serving
For the Chipotle Lime Drizzle
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1-2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp chipotle powder for a smoky kick
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Fish
- Pat the fish fillets dry, then combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the spice mixture.
- Toss the fish pieces with the spice mixture; if using panko, lightly dredge the seasoned fish in breadcrumbs.
Cook the Fish (Choose one method)
- For pan-frying, heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook fish for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
- For air frying, lightly spray the basket, place fish in a single layer, and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), arrange fish on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake for 10-15 minutes.
Make the Chipotle Lime Drizzle
- While the fish cooks, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then whisk until smooth.
Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the cooked brown rice among two serving bowls, then arrange the crispy fish over the rice.
- Add shredded red cabbage, thawed corn, black beans, diced avocado, and fresh cilantro to each bowl.
- Generously drizzle the Chipotle Lime Drizzle over each bowl and serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the fish in lime juice for 15 minutes before cooking. Adjust chipotle powder in the drizzle to your preferred spice level. This recipe is easily scalable for more servings.