Tacos de Pescado a la Plancha con Salsa de Aguacate (Griddled Fish Tacos)
Lightly spiced white fish seared on a hot pan, flaked into tortillas with cabbage, fresh pico and creamy avocado salsa.
Made with Fresh pico de gallo and Creamy avocado salsa and Corn tortillas from masa harina. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time25 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.86 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Pat the fish dry on kitchen paper. Mix the cumin, paprika and salt and rub it over the fish on both sides.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large non stick frying pan or griddle over a high heat until just smoking.
- 3
Cook the fish for 3 to 4 minutes a side, depending on thickness, until it is opaque all the way through and flakes easily. Be gentle when turning it.
7 min - 4
Lift onto a plate and break into large flakes with a fork.
- 5
Warm your ready made corn tortillas (see the base recipe) in a dry pan for 20 to 30 seconds a side and wrap them in a clean tea towel.
- 6
Spread a spoonful of the creamy avocado salsa (see the base recipe) on each tortilla. Top with fish, cabbage and pico de gallo, and serve with lime wedges.
Tips
- Make sure the pan is very hot and the fish is dry, or it will steam and stick.
- Thick fillets such as cod or haddock flake best, whereas thin fish falls apart.
- Turn the fish only once, and slide a thin fish slice under it.
- Cabbage adds a clean crunch and holds up better than lettuce.
Storing and freezing
Best eaten fresh. Keeps in the fridge for up to 1 day. Cool within 1 to 2 hours and reheat gently until steaming hot all the way through. The fish does not freeze well once cooked.
Questions
Which fish works best?
Firm white fish such as cod, haddock, pollock or sea bass. Avoid very delicate fish like sole, which breaks apart.
Can I use frozen fish?
Yes. Defrost it fully in the fridge overnight and pat it very dry before seasoning.
Are these tacos gluten free and dairy free?
Yes. Fish, spices, avocado salsa, pico de gallo and masa harina tortillas contain no gluten, dairy, egg or nuts.
More made with fresh pico de gallo
Sincronizadas de Frijol Negro y Queso (Crisp Bean and Cheese Tortilla Sandwiches)
EFNFBowls de Carne Asada con Arroz Rojo (Carne Asada Rice Bowls)
GFDFEFEnsalada de Pollo con Maiz y Frijoles Negros (Chicken, Corn and Black Bean Salad)
GFDFEFEnsalada de Garbanzos y Aguacate con Cebolla Encurtida (Mexican Chickpea Salad)
VGVDFDouble check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.