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    Gluten Free Fish Tacos

    Published: Jun 14, 2019 · Modified: Jun 6, 2024 by Cinde LittleThis post may contain affiliate linksLeave a Comment

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    Making Gluten free Fish Tacos can a fun, casual night with friends pitching in. The secret to the light, crispy batter is to not use a flour blend.

    Three of fish tacos drizzled with avocado crema and topped with lime wedges. this gluten free recipe

    You might need to reinvent how you entertain when you switch to gluten free and I guarantee you can make it fun. Put some thought into the parts that sound fun to you. Whether you make your own tacos or not, sauté or deep-fry the fish, it's the combination and contrast of all the toppings that bring it all together in the end.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions for Homemade Soft Tacos
    • Variations: Taco Toppings
    • Best Sauces for Fish Tacos
    • Equipment
    • Top Tip
    • Gluten Free Fish Tacos

    Ingredients

    My husband voted for deep-fried fish the day we took this photo, using my favourite gluten free batter recipe. If I don't have time I do this exact recipe with any simple marinated fish recipe. Although they're called Fish Tacos, it's the combination of toppings that transform tacos into something special.

    • limes
    • olive oil
    • cilantro
    • halibut or mahimahi
    • soft corn tortillas (store bought or homemade)
    • shredded cabbage or store bought coleslaw mix
    • raw or pickled red onion
    • radishes
    • avocado or avocado crema (recipe included)
    • your favourite hot sauce
    • sour cream

    See recipe card for exact amounts.

    Instructions for Homemade Soft Tacos

    The first gluten free tortillas I bought were so disappointing I just went straight to homemade. These are made with masa harina, water and salt. They're simple but it's still another step so make it a kitchen party and assign someone the job of making tortillas.

    A fresh masa dough beside a bag of masa harina
    Masa dough made from masa harina
    Gluten Free Masa Harina made into balls
    Masa Harina made into balls for corn tortillas

    Taco shells can be soft or hard but kids will definitely think of them as hard shells you hold in your hand. These are a bit softer but can be shaped like a taco, especially if you have taco holders.

    Making corn tortillas from masa harina
    Making corn tortillas with masa harina in a tortilla press
    Just pressed gluten free corn tortillas ready to be fried.
    Homemade Corn Tortillas ready to cook

    Variations: Taco Toppings

    There are no rules so decide what you like. Offer small amounts of many toppings or stick to your three favourites and offer two sauces.

    I like to prepare all the topping in advance arranged in a large tray or plastic container. It's a bit of work but for me it makes the party more fun.

    Best Sauces for Fish Tacos

    I like my tacos to be a little juicy so I need sauce. Anything available in a squeeze bottle in the fridge is fair game and in my house that is often chipotle mayo. Crema is a Mexican favourite and avocade crema is another step up. I'd squeeze it on just about anything including fish tacos. Don't forget the hot sauce.

    Equipment

    Over time I organized what I needed to make soft tacos into an easily accessible bucket. The recipe is taped to the side of the container and this is what’s in it.

    • A bag of masa harina.
    • My tortilla press.
    • Two freezer strength plastic bags and cut pieces of parchment paper, all cut to use on the tortilla press to prevent the dough from sticking. I keep reusing it.
    • A set of brightly coloured taco holders for serving.

    Top Tip

    There are two tips for making homemade tortillas easy. First is the set up. It takes time up front but I can grab that container, set it on the counter and be making tortillas in seconds.

    Second, practise always makes things easier and we're talking about making a recipe. By the third time you make these you'll be a little more organized and familiar with the steps, that's most of what makes any recipe easy.

    Three of fish tacos drizzled with avocado crema and topped with lime wedges.

    Gluten Free Fish Tacos

    Making gluten free Fish Tacos can be a fun night making dinner with friends. The secret to a gluten free light, crispy batter is to NOT use a flour blend.
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: Fish tacos, gluten free fish tacos
    Prep Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Homemade tacos: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 1875kcal
    Author: Cinde Little

    Ingredients

    Fish & Marinade

    • ¼ cup lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 tablespoon chopped cilantro
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 8 oz halibut or mahimahi

    Tacos

    • 12 soft corn tortillas store bought or homemade (follow link in notes for homemade)

    Toppings

    • shredded cabbage or premade coleslaw
    • raw or pickled red onion
    • thinly sliced radishes
    • sliced avocado or avocado crema
    • chopped cilantro
    • lime wedges
    • hot sauce

    Avocado Crema

    • 1 avocado
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • 2 tablespoon lime juice
    • 3 tablespoon chopped cilantro
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
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    Instructions

    Marinate & Cook Fish

    • Combine lime juice, olive oil, cilantro and salt in a flat soup bowl. Add fish and let sit for 15 minutes, no more.
    • Remove from marinade and sauté in oil on medium-high heat, 3-4 minutes per side depending on thickness. Cut and serve in tacos.

    Corn Tacos

    • Warm tacos and wrap in towel until ready to serve. When pliable fold and set into taco holders if you have them.

    Toppings

    • Prepare desired toppings and arrange in a tray for serving. Can be done in advance.

    Avo Crema

    • Combine all ingredients and serve in small bowl or squeeze bottle.

    Serving

    • Add fish to warm tacos and let everyone add their favourite tacos toppings.

    Notes

    The fish can also be deep fried, using this batter recipe.
    For an Easy Crema, without avocado, try this: Combine ½ cup Miracle Whip, ½ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoon lime juice and ¼ teaspoon salt. Serve in squeeze bottle.
    Homemade corn tortillas are soft and delicious with the unique taste of masa harina. If you haven't tried them yet go find some masa and do it!

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Gluten Free Fish Tacos
    Amount Per Serving (3 tacos)
    Calories 1875 Calories from Fat 927
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 103g158%
    Saturated Fat 32g200%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 12g
    Monounsaturated Fat 43g
    Cholesterol 231mg77%
    Sodium 3678mg160%
    Potassium 2824mg81%
    Carbohydrates 197g66%
    Fiber 36g150%
    Sugar 27g30%
    Protein 60g120%
    Vitamin A 2481IU50%
    Vitamin C 60mg73%
    Calcium 552mg55%
    Iron 6mg33%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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