Crispy fish and a creamy, spicy cabbage slaw are the base of these veggie-packed takes on everyone’s favorite taco. The sweetness from the diced mango and creaminess from cool avocado blends perfectly with the drizzle of a spicy crema, making this summer salad an instant lunchtime staple.
SPICY SLAW
SPICY CREMA
FISH & ASSEMBLY
SPICY SLAW
In a large bowl, whisk jalapeño, garlic, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and granulated sugar. Add cabbage and cilantro and mix well to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
SPICY CREMA
In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, sriracha, and lime juice. Refrigerate until ready to use.
FISH & ASSEMBLY
Step 1
In a medium bowl, mix flour, chili powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour milk into another medium bowl. Place fish in milk.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Lightly dredge fish in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Working in batches if needed, gently lay fish in skillet and cook until golden brown on one side, 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully turn and cook until second side is golden brown, about 2 minutes more. Transfer to a wire rack set in a baking sheet.
Step 3
Divide romaine among bowls. Top with slaw, a few pieces of fish, avocado, mango, cilantro, and a drizzle of crema. Serve with lime wedges alongside.