Baja Fish Tacos with Mango Slaw

(Fresh, Zesty & Perfectly Messy in the Best Way)

Flaky seasoned fish tucked into warm tortillas and topped with a bright, juicy mango slaw and creamy lime drizzle—these tacos are light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

For the Fish:

• 1 lb white fish (cod, tilapia, or mahi mahi)
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt & black pepper

Mango Slaw:

• 2 cups shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
• 1 ripe mango, diced
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 Tbsp honey
• Pinch of salt

Lime Crema:

• ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
• 1 Tbsp mayo
• Juice of ½ lime
• Pinch of salt

For Serving:

• Small corn or flour tortillas
• Extra cilantro
• Lime wedges
• Optional: sliced jalapeños or avocado

Directions

1️⃣ Season & Cook the Fish

• Pat fish dry and rub with olive oil, spices, lime juice, salt, and pepper
• Grill: 3–4 minutes per side
• Skillet: Cook over medium-high heat until flaky and lightly browned

Break into chunks once cooked.

2️⃣ Make the Mango Slaw

• In a bowl, combine cabbage, mango, onion, cilantro, lime juice, honey, and salt
• Toss well and let sit for 5–10 minutes

👉 This lets the flavors mingle and get juicy

3️⃣ Make the Crema

• Mix sour cream, mayo, lime juice, and salt until smooth

4️⃣ Assemble the Tacos

• Add fish to warm tortillas
• Top with mango slaw
• Drizzle with lime crema
• Finish with extra cilantro and a squeeze of lime

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with tortilla chips and salsa
• Pair with a light margarita or sparkling water
• Add a side of grilled corn for full summer vibes

Wheels & Meals Signature Twists

• Spicy Baja: Add chipotle powder or hot sauce to the crema
• Creamy Upgrade: Add avocado slices
• Street Style: Sprinkle cotija cheese on top
• Tropical Twist: Swap mango for pineapple or do half-and-half

RV-Friendly Notes

✔ Quick cook time (under 20 minutes)
✔ Minimal dishes
✔ Perfect for outdoor grilling
✔ Fresh ingredients that don’t feel heavy

Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving – Serves 4, ~2 tacos each)

• Calories: ~420
• Protein: ~30g
• Carbs: ~35g
• Fat: ~18g
• Fiber: ~4g