Fish Taco Seasoning

I must admit, this homemade fish taco seasoning truly takes my Taco Tuesday to the next level. I also use it for almost all my fish dishes, and it is super easy and quick to make.

Fish Taco Seasoning Recipe

What I really like about making my own homemade seasoning is that I can adjust the taste to my liking, and I am totally in control over the ingredients I use.

Do you know what makes for the perfect Fish Taco? In my opinion, the seasonings do.

I stopped buying store-bought seasoning mix a long time ago. Instead, I whip up a nice big jar of this homemade seasoning, which is fresh and rich in taste.

You'll Need

• Dried coriander leaves: I love them for their piney flavor.
• Dried oregano: You probably already have it at home.
• Garlic powder: Garlic flavor goes so well with fish.
• Dried Basil: I use it because it is aromatic and has a slightly spicy flavor.
• Salt: Just what you have at home.
• Cayenne pepper: To add a spicy kick.
• Ground ginger: I like it for its hot, slightly sharp flavour.
• Dried lemon zest: Can be accumulated from lemons overtime or bought from the store.

“See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”

How To Make Fish Taco Seasoning?

Mix all the spices until they are well combined, store them in a glass jar, and keep the jar in a dry place such as your kitchen cabinet.

Your homemade seasoning is now ready to spice up your Fish Tacos!

Tip: My secret to maintaining a good taste and flavour in my seasoning mix is to drop in a few dried beans in the seasoning jar, preventing any moisture build-up. The beans will absorb it.

Expert Tips

• Using funnel is a good idea. It helps pour ground spices into jars without making a mess.
• Just keep this seasoning stored, in a cool, dry place, out of the direct reach of sunlight.

How Much Of This Seasoning Should I Use?

How much seasoning you add to the fish you’re going to put in the tacos is totally up to you. However, I use two tablespoons of this seasoning for each 1 lb of fish, which is the perfect ratio.

It could also be slightly more or less depending on how well coated you like your fish in spices and what you’re pairing it with.

Fish To Use In Tacos

This seasoning works with right about any white fish you like. However, just for the sake of it, our favourites would definitely be COD, Tilapia and Mahi Mahi.

How Do I Use This Fish Seasoning?

I made this seasoning recipe to use as a dry rub. So, the first thing I do is to pat dry the fish.

Afterwards, I rub the seasoning all over the fish with my hands. Finally, place it onto a parchment sheet in the oven and let it bake for 10 minutes at 400 °F.

Use Fish Taco Spice Mix In

I like to smother this seasoning over white fish such as cod and savour its goodness wrapped up in a soft tortilla.

Nonetheless, there are many other ways you can use this seasoning. Just add a couple spoonfuls of this seasoning to homemade cream cheese and enjoy it as sandwich spread.

And how can I forget? It tastes great, sprinkled on some freshly made warm popcorn such as my spicy popcorn recipe.

Also, add it to fish rice, sprinkle it over your Mediterranean fish stew, season your fish patties, or use it in the baked cod with parmesan marinade.

More Spice Mix Recipes

• Salad Seasoning Mix
• Homemade Burrito Seasoning
• Quesadilla Seasoning
• Meatball Seasoning

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