Sometimes it feels like everyday is Taco Tuesday around these parts. I’m not complaining though – I’ll never say no to a fluffy, soft tortilla filled with deliciousness. Especially when that deliciousness is a decidedly Vietnamese take on fish tacos. The fish here is seasoned with fish sauce, sugar, and a wee bit of turmeric for a happy yellow hue. Toss it all up with some dill, tomatoes, mint, and cilantro and you’ve got a happy mash-up of Mexican and Vietnamese flavors.
Vietnamese Fish Tacos with Quick-Pickled Carrots and Daikon
A decidedly Vietnamese take on fish tacos.
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 lb firm white fish eg. cod
- 2 tsp fish sauce
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp oil minced
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint chopped
- 1 tbsp green onions sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup tomatoes diced
- 1/2 lime juice only
- salt and pepper
To serve (optional, as needed)
- corn or flour tortillas warmed
- herbs roughly chopped
- quick pickled daikon and carrot
- lime wedges
- red onion diced
Instructions
- Cut the cod into 1 1/2 inch pieces and place in a bowl with the fish sauce, sugar, pepper, turmeric, garlic, and oil. Mix well and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Heat up a non-stick pan over medium high heat. Add a touch of oil to the pan, and when hot, add the fish, being careful not to crowd. When the bottoms are browned and caramelized, about 2 minutes, flip and let cook for another 2 minutes or so, or until cooked through.
- Remove from the heat and toss in a bowl with the chopped herbs, tomatoes, and lime juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve on charred or warmed tortillas with extra herbs, pickles, lime wedges, and diced red onions, if desired.
Notes
Inspired by these guys!
Estimated Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Vietnamese Fish Tacos with Quick-Pickled Carrots and Daikon
Amount Per Serving
Calories 303
Calories from Fat 41
% Daily Value*
Fat 4.5g7%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 125mg42%
Sodium 649mg28%
Potassium 802mg23%
Carbohydrates 10.9g4%
Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugar 5.8g6%
Protein 53.4g107%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
This is a quickie! Quick and easy recipes that I don’t have much to say about, aside from the fact that they taste awesome and you should give them a go!
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-Steph & Mike
This looks so perfect for the hot nights ahead.
Yum!
These sound incredible! I love fish tacos but have never tried them with a Vietnamese twist. Can’t wait to give these a go!
Where did the tumeric go ;-)
About to assemble my first fish taco!
oops! it goes in with the first marinade. i’ve fixed the recipe. hope your tacos turned out well!
I am definitely going to try these out! They look good for a busy night. For a vegetarian version, do you think tofu would be a good substitute for the fish?
yes, absolutely!
Made these tonight… And will make again! Super easy, delicious and not to mention cheap!
I added a jalapeño cause I love me some shpice.