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Jazz up your typical fish tacos and get your Thai fix all at once with these Thai Fish Tacos. A super easy and delicious meal, ready in less than 30 minutes!
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These Thai fish tacos were an instant favorite at our house! If you are a fish lover you are going to love this Thai twist and combination that is out of this world delicious. A light and tasty dinner are just what you need on a busy weeknight. They turned out so good!
Take your fish tacos to the next level with this Thai fish taco recipe! Bake your fish, and add all the toppings, sauces, and deliciousness to a corn tortilla. Get ready for your tastebuds to explode with happiness! This is the perfect combination!
Easy Thai Fish Tacos Ingredients
Get ready to make your Taco Tuesday even better with these Thai fish tacos! Don’t be intimidated by the seemingly large ingredient list. Chances are you have most of the stuff on hand. These are light, sweet, and savory packed with flavor. Every bite has you wanting more!
- Fish fillets – These are found in the frozen aisle at the store and are already pre-cooked. This makes this dinner even easier and something to throw together quickly plus it is on budget.
- Cabbage – Purchase the pre-shredded red cabbage already in a bag and ready to go. Another great topping that is quick and easy. This gives the fish tacos a fresh taste and flavor!
- Carrots – Shredded carrots add in healthy aspects but also give it a crunchy bite.
- Corn tortillas – The small corn tortillas work well. They are like a street taco.
- Peanut sauce – This homemade sauce is so simple to make and comes together quickly. You will love the blend of flavors mixed together.
- Cilantro – Garnish with cilantro and top for color and an extra leafy addition.
- Peanuts – Either purchase chopped peanuts or you can use a food processor to chop salted or plain peanuts.
- Lime wedges – Squeeze a little zest over top of the tacos for a refreshing meal!
- Sriracha – This is optional and limited to how much spiciness you and your family enjoy. Add as little or as much as you like to make your own concoction.
Dressing Recipe
In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients to make this sweet and tangy dressing. This creamy dressing is a light flavoring that gives an extra boost to Thai tacos. You will want to make this dressing over and over again!
- Sugar – Adds sweetness to the creamy dressing!
- Olive oil – Helps bring in the oil and keeps things together when stirred.
- Apple cider vinegar – Has a tangy flavor that is delicious when mixed with other juices.
- Lemon juice – Brings in a tart flavor to balance the ingredients together and help savor the dressing recipe.
Homemade Peanut Sauce
This homemade peanut sauce is a favorite sauce to add to many dishes especially different types of protein. In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat chicken broth for about 30 seconds or until very hot. Add remaining ingredients and whisk until smooth. It is a quick and easy sauce that tastes amazing!
- Chicken broth – This is the base of giving the peanut sauce flavor and liquid.
- Peanut butter – The main event! Peanut butter warmed up and mixed together is a smooth and creamy experience.
- Soy sauce – Usually has a salty and savory flavoring that boosts other ingredients. This is an authentic Asian ingredient that is known in Thia recipes.
- Lime juice – This will help balance out the ingredients and keep the flavor contained.
- Cilantro – Chop the fresh cilantro into the sauce giving it another color and aiding in the flavor.
- Sriracha – Add some heat to the peanut sauce. This will be subtle but also gives it a little kick.
How to Make Thai Fish Tacos
If you are a fish lover then these Thai tacos are just what you need for dinner! Take the fish filet and cut it into bite-sized pieces best for eating. Stack on the toppings and enjoy this refreshing, sweet, and savory Thai fish taco. These are yummy and delicious!
- Bake – Cook/bake fish filet according to package directions until cooked through. This fish cooks either on the oven or stovetop in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Lettuce – In a medium-sized bowl, toss cabbage or coleslaw mix and carrot with dressing. Set aside.
- Prepare fish and tortillas- When fish is cooked, coarsely chop into approximately 1″ pieces and evenly distribute between 4 tortillas.
- Assemble tortillas – Evenly top each taco with cabbage slaw. Spoon a little peanut sauce over each taco and garnish with cilantro, peanuts, and limes. Add more Sriracha for an extra kick if desired.
Tips and Modifications
Follow these modifications for variations of the Thai fish recipe! It is so easy to make and customizable just the way you like it. Create the best fish tacos your way!
- Protein – Switch out the fish for shrimp, or chicken. These are all light and lean meats that still blend well with Thai ingredients.
- Tortillas – Pick the best type of tortillas that is easiest for you to eat and stack on.
- Spice – Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños to make these fish tacos even spicier.
- Extra toppings – Add sliced avocados and radishes, red onions, or bell peppers for extra crunch.
“I am totally diggin’ the Thai flavors in these tacos! So good, we didn’t even leave a crumb behind!”
-Wilhelmina
Frequently Asked Questions
I used frozen fish filets, but of course, you can season fresh fish and pan-fry it until cooked through. Throw it in the oven and you are done. Either way, these will be delicious. Shrimp would also be a great option (definitely going to make it with shrimp next time. YUM)!
Make this a complete meal with a salad, rice, or corn. These are all great dishes that bring out the flavor of Thai fish tacos.
If you are lacking omega-3s then fish tacos are just what you need! Fish is a hearty and healthy source of protein that helps makes us feel full faster. Fish is a great option if you are losing weight but everything in moderation is best!
Fish that is lean and flakey like a white fish fillet are usually best for fish tacos. They are mild in flavor, cook quicker compared to other fish and protein, plus inexpensive. Popular types of fish are halibut, mahi mahi, snapper, tilapia, cod, catfish, or bass.
Storing the Best Thai Fish Tacos
Leftovers are perfect for these Thai fish tacos! Next-day lunches or another delicious dinner made again with these Thai fish tacos. Place all the ingredients separately in airtight containers and store them in the refrigerator for three to four days long. When ready to enjoy, warm up the fish and stack the ingredients on a tortilla for another delicious meal!
So Much Thai, Plenty of Time
If you like the flavors of the delicious tacos, you will definitely want to try a few more of our Thai favorites.
How to Make Thai Fish Tacos
Thai Fish Tacos with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Ingredients
- 5 fish filets we used breaded, frozen
- 2 cups shredded cabbage or cole slaw mix
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- dressing see below
- 4 corn tortillas
- peanut sauce see below
- cilantro for garnish
- chopped peanuts to taste
- 4 lime wedges for garnish
- Sriracha optional, to taste
Dressing:
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
Peanut Sauce:
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon lime juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon cilantro chopped
- 1 Tablespoon Sriracha or to taste
Instructions
- Cook/bake fish according to package directions until cooked through.
- In a medium-sized bowl, toss cabbage/cole slaw mix and carrot with dressing. Set aside.
- When fish is cooked, coarsely chop into approximately 1" pieces and evenly distribute between 4 tortillas.
- Evenly top each taco with cabbage slaw. Spoon a little peanut sauce over each taco and garnish with cilantro, peanuts, and limes. Add more Sriracha for an extra kick if desired.
Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients
Peanut sauce:
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat chicken broth for about 30 seconds or until very hot. Add remaining ingredients and whisk until smooth.
I am totally diggin’ the Thai flavors in these tacos! So good, we didn’t even leave a crumb behind!
These are perfect! Great for a taco tuesday, can’t wait to make again!
Thank you for the lovely recipe. Have a great weekend.