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Crispy Fish Tacos with Charred Pineapple

Battered white fish fried until golden, topped with fresh slaw, crema, and grilled pineapple—a TikTok-friendly Baja classic that tastes like a beach vacation in 15 minutes.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
480
Protein
32g
Crispy Fish Tacos with Charred Pineapple
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat fish dry. Season generously with salt and pepper, then dredge both sides in flour, shaking off excess.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Sear fish 2 minutes per side without moving. Edges should be golden-brown and crispy.

  4. Step 4

    In the same skillet, char pineapple spears 1 minute per side over medium-high heat until caramelized.

  5. Step 5

    Warm tortillas in the skillet 30 seconds per side, then fill each with cabbage slaw, flaked fish, and pineapple.

  6. Step 6

    Drizzle with crema and salsa verde. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch nonstick or cast iron skillet
  • shallow bowl for dredging
  • fish spatula or slotted spatula
  • chef's knife

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