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Fish Taco Bowls with Zesty Chipotle Ranch

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  • Author: Ashlea Carver
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Fish Taco Bowls are made with fluffy rice, seasoned cod, a creamy chipotle Ranch dressing, and fresh toppings. Savory, spicy, bright, and easy to make, they’re perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch or dinner! 


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 1/2 pounds cod fillets or another flaky white fish
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive or avocado oil

Chipotle Ranch Dressing

  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo
  • 1/2 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives
  • 1 clove garlic, pressed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

For Serving:

  • rice
  • sliced avocado
  • thinly sliced radishes
  • pico de Gallo
  • pickled onions
  • chopped cilantro
  • chipotle ranch
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Make the Chipotle Ranch Dressing: add the chipotle pepper in adobo, Greek yogurt, lime juice and zest, cilantro, dill, chives, garlic, and olive oil to a blender or food processor. Blend or process until smooth and creamy. Set aside. 
  2. Make the Fish Spice Mixture: Combine lime zest, chili powder, cumin, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt and pepper to a small bowl. 
  3. Bring the cod to room temperature and then pat dry. Season the fish evenly with the spice mixture on both sides. 
  4. Cook the Fish: Heat a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the oil to the pan. 
  5. Next, add the fish and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through. Remove the fish from the pan and let rest for a few minutes before using a fork to flake.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Start with rice and then top with the fish, all the toppings, a drizzle of the chipotle ranch, and fresh lime wedges.