KETO FISH TACOS WITH CHILI-LIME SAUCE

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Keto Fish Tacos with Chili-Lime Sauce

(Quick, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free)

Key Info

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Total Time: 25-35 minutes
Servings: 4 (8 tacos)
Calories: 385 per serving
Fat: 28g
Protein: 32g
Net Carbs: 4g
Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Dietary Tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian

Equipment Needed
  • Large non-stick skillet (or grill pan)
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons
  • Fish spatula (regular spatula works too)
Ingredients
Fish:
  • 1.5 lbs white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or mahi-mahi)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (15ml)
  • 1 tsp each: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Chili-Lime Sauce:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (120ml)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (30ml)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Hot sauce to taste (optional)
Assembly:
  • 8 keto tortillas (or lettuce wraps)
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage (200g)
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges
Method
  1. Pat fish dry with paper towels
  2. Mix olive oil, lime juice, and seasonings in a bowl
  3. Coat fish with seasoning mixture
  4. Heat skillet over medium-high heat until hot (about 2 minutes)
  5. Cook fish 3-4 minutes per side until flakes easily with fork

  1. Meanwhile, mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl
  2. Warm keto tortillas or prep lettuce wraps
  3. Assemble: tortilla → cabbage → fish → sauce → avocado → cilantro

Crucial Tips
  • Don’t overcook the fish – it should be just opaque
  • Pat fish completely dry before seasoning
  • Season tortillas with salt while warming
  • Make sauce ahead for better flavor
Storage & Scaling
  • Fish: refrigerate up to 2 days
  • Sauce: keeps 5 days refrigerated
  • Double recipe: cook fish in batches
  • Prep components separately for meal prep
Variations
  • Air fryer: 400°F for 8-10 minutes
  • Blackened: add extra cajun seasoning
  • Spicy: increase chili powder, add cayenne
  • Ultra low-carb: use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas

Now you’re ready to make restaurant-worthy keto fish tacos at home! Remember, fresh ingredients and proper cooking temperature are key to nailing this recipe.

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