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February 26, 2020 Updated September 14, 2020 By Rebecca Seafood Dishes

Fish Tacos with White Sauce and Orange Salsa

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Enjoy fresh and flavorful fish tacos with white sauce during the winter by topping them with a sweet and tangy orange salsa made with Cara Cara oranges. What’s even better is that this easy fish taco recipe has only 10 ingredients and is ready in 20 minutes.

fish tacos with white sauce and orange salsa on a white plate

This post was created in partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market . I have been compensated for my time commitment. However, my opinions are entirely my own and I have not been paid to publish positive comments.

How will these fish tacos with white sauce make your life easier?

These fish tacos are great because all the ingredients are easy to find, and can all be found at Sprouts Farmers Market for a great price. Besides, Sprouts has the best citrus in my area. I used their mandarin oranges in another recipe I created for them, this Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges.

These fish tacos are also a delicious recipe you can make year round. Just swap out the cara cara oranges for another sweet/tart seasonal fruit. Or another citrus during the winter. Sprouts created a great resource to learn more about winter citrus.

Want more seafood recipes? Here are a few of my favorites: Sheet Pan Maple Mustard Salmon, Salmon with Summer Salad, Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets, Salmon Baked in Parchment Paper, and this Sheet Pan Shrimp Dinner.

What makes these fish tacos so good?

fish tacos with white sauce ingredients on a table
  • Taco size tortillas
  • Tilapia fillet
  • Cara Cara orange
  • Red onion
  • Frozen yellow corn
  • Lime
  • Plain yogurt
  • Milk
  • Green cabbage
  • Cilantro

How do I make fish tacos with white sauce and orange salsa?

tilapia filet in a small fry pan

Heat up small frying pan, add 1 tsp canola oil. Lay 4 oz tilapia filet in oil. Season with salt. Cover with lid and cook for 5 minutes. Flip, and cook another 2-3 minutes, until fish is 165 degrees inside.

Expert Tip: Use any white fish (like snapper, cod, grouper) or salmon instead of tilapia.

sliced Cara Cara oranges on a cutting board

While fish is cooking, PREPARE ORANGE SALSA: Remove peel and pith, and section one Cara Cara orange.

sliced oranges, corn, and red onion in a glass bowl

Slice each section in half so there are two shorter sections. Add 1 tbsp diced red onion, 2 tbsp thawed corn, 1-2 tsp lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix together and set aside.

Expert Tip: Add 1 tsp + diced jalapeno pepper for added spice.

Wash a 2 inch wide wedge of green cabbage and a handful of cilantro. Thinly slice cabbage and chop cilantro. Add cilantro to orange salsa. Set both aside.

white sauce in a glass bowl with ingredients surrounding it

PREPARE WHITE SAUCE: Add 2 tsp plain yogurt, 1 tsp milk, and 1/2 tsp lime juice. Whisk together until smooth.

Expert Tip: You may need to add more milk (or less yogurt) if using Greek yogurt since it’s thicker.

fish tacos with white sauce and citrus salsa on a tortilla

Assemble tacos by dividing ingredients into 2. Layer the shredded cabbage, fish filet, then the orange salsa onto both tortillas. Top with white sauce, a squeeze of lime, and additional cilantro if desired.

Expert Tip: Optional additional ingredients: Jalapeno (add to the orange salsa), avocado, lettuce, and tomato.

Expert Tips

  • Use any white fish (like snapper, cod, grouper) or salmon instead of tilapia.
  • Add 1 tsp + diced jalapeno pepper for added spice.
  • You may need to add more milk (or less yogurt) if using Greek yogurt since it’s thicker.
  • Optional additional ingredients: Jalapeno (add to the orange salsa), avocado, lettuce, and tomato.

FAQ

What goes well with fish tacos?

Lots of ingredients! My favorite toppings for fish tacos are salsa, cabbage, limes, and a creamy white sauce. Make them even better with a citrus salsa.

What type of fish is best for fish tacos?

White fish is great in fish tacos. I used tilapia in this recipe because that’s what I had on hand. But cod, grouper, and other white fish are great options. Salmon is also delicious in tacos.

Can you use frozen fish for fish tacos?

I did! Just defrost it ahead of time by refrigerating it for 24-48 hours or under running water for about 10 minutes just before cooking.

close up of fish tacos with white sauce and orange salsa on a plate

How can I repurpose these fish tacos?

  • Make a burrito bowl (with ingredients similar to this burrito bowl MINUS the queso, fish and cheese don’t usually go well together)
  • Serve fish & salsa on top of greens to make a salad
  • Have it over your favorite whole grain

What can I make with leftover ingredients?

  • (fish) Swap it out for salmon for any of these recipes: Bake more in Parchment Paper, with this Summer Salad on top, or Mustard Sheetpan Fish
  • (cabbage, red onion) Korean Beef Bulgogi, Red Wine Vinegar Coleslaw, or this Simple Sauteed Salad.
  • (oranges) Swap them for citrus in any of these recipes: Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges, Mimosa Mocktail, or this Grapefruit & Avocado Salad.
  • (Greek yogurt) Lentil Stroganoff, Protein Energy Balls, Garlic Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, and this Curry Pumpkin Soup.
  • (limes + cilantro) Coconut Green Lentil Curry & 3 Ingredient Guacamole.

Did you make these fish tacos with white sauce? Leave me a comment & rating to share how they turned out!

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Fish Tacos with White Sauce and Orange Salsa

Enjoy fresh and flavorful fish tacos with white sauce during the winter by topping them with a sweet and tangy orange salsa made with Cara Cara oranges. What's even better is that this easy fish taco recipe has only 10 ingredients and is ready in 20 minutes.
Course dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Hispanic, Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 1 person
Author Rebecca

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • 2 Small Mixing Bowls
  • Small Frying Pan
  • spoon
  • spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 taco sized tortillas
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 oz tilapia fillet thawed
  • 1 whole Cara Cara orange
  • 1 tablespoon red onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons frozen yellow corn thawed
  • 1 whole lime
  • 2 teaspoons plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon milk
  • 2 inch wide section of green cabbage
  • handful cilantro leaves

Instructions

  • Heat up small frying pan, add 1 tsp canola oil. Lay tilapia filet in oil. Season with salt. Cover with lid and cook for 5 minutes. Flip, and cook another 2-3 minutes. Until fish is 165 degrees inside.
  • While fish is cooking, PREPARE ORANGE SALSA: Remove peel and pith, and section one Cara Cara orange. Slice each section in half so there are two shorter sections. Add 1 tbsp diced red onion, 2 tbsp thawed corn, 1-2 tsp lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix together and set aside.
  • Wash a 2 inch wide wedge of green cabbage and a handful of cilantro. Thinly slice cabbage and chop cilantro. Add cilantro to orange salsa. Set both aside.
  • PREPARE WHITE SAUCE: Add 2 tsp plain yogurt, 1 tsp milk, and 1/2 tsp lime juice. Whisk together until smooth.
  • When fish is flaky and done cooking, assemble tacos by dividing ingredients into 2. Layer the shredded cabbage, fish filet, then the orange salsa onto both tortillas. Top with white sauce, a squeeze of lime, and additional cilantro if desired.
  • Optional additional ingredients: Jalapeno (add to the orange salsa), avocado, lettuce, and tomato.

Notes

  • Use any white fish (like snapper, cod, grouper) or salmon instead of tilapia.
  • Add 1 tsp + diced jalapeno pepper for added spice.
  • You may need to add more milk (or less yogurt) if using Greek yogurt since it’s thicker.
  • Optional additional ingredients: Jalapeno (add to the orange salsa), avocado, lettuce, and tomato.

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  1. Erika says

    February 26, 2020 at 8:41 am

    5 stars
    These are beautiful flavor combinations!

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    • Rebecca says

      February 28, 2020 at 12:16 pm

      thanks!

      Reply
  2. Dannii says

    February 26, 2020 at 9:01 am

    5 stars
    Fish tacos are one of my favourite meals. The orange salsa with this sounds amazing too

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 28, 2020 at 12:16 pm

      aren’t they so good! thanks!

      Reply
  3. Sophie says

    February 26, 2020 at 9:16 am

    5 stars
    When I was a pscetarian, I loved Bajan fish tacos. Your recipe makes me drool. Thank you so much.

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 28, 2020 at 12:16 pm

      thanks! that’s my fave style of taco for sure

      Reply
  4. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

    February 26, 2020 at 9:26 am

    5 stars
    These tacos look so fresh and delicious. Love the idea of the orange salsa too!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 28, 2020 at 12:15 pm

      they’re so fresh tasting! thanks

      Reply
  5. Michelle says

    February 26, 2020 at 9:26 am

    5 stars
    Such a great taco recipe, perfect for the whole family. Love that orange salsa, so tasty!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 28, 2020 at 12:15 pm

      thanks so much! it’s so good

      Reply

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