The flavor of our Cod Tacos will have your family wondering how long it took you to whip up this masterpiece of a dinner.  Let them think what they want as you revel in knowing that this recipe comes together in 30 minutes or less!

The Best Cod Tacos

There’s nothing better than a weeknight dinner that looks and tastes impressive and comes together in record time.  These cod tacos check all the boxes and will have you putting them back on the menu in no time. 

What You’ll Need

Baked Cod

• fresh cod fillets – We love this flaky white fish for this fish taco recipe. We always reach for wild-caught cod as we’ve found it makes the best fish tacos.
• kosher salt & ground black pepper – Just a bit to heighten flavors. 
• butter – Helps to give a little extra flavor and creaminess to the cod.
• garlic – Helps to add a depth of flavor to the cod.
• cajun seasoning – You can easily switch this out with your favorite fish seasoning.  The goal here is just to add a pop of flavor to help heighten the mild flavor of cod.

Light Lemon Slaw

• angel hair slaw – This is just thinly sliced raw cabbage slaw and can be found at your grocery store or feel free to cut up some of your own. 
• mayo – Helps to balance out the crunchiness of the cabbage.
• lemon juice – Brightens flavors and adds just a hint of citrus.
• white wine vinegar – Adds a bit of tang and subtle sweetness.
• kosher salt – Just a touch. 

Taco Toppings

• tartar sauce – or your favorite fish taco sauce will do.
• quick pickled onions – Totally worth the extra step!
• fresh dill – compliments the homemade tartar sauce if you choose to make it. 
• fresh cracked pepper – Adds some warmth to each bite.
• green onion, sliced – Just a little bit of kick. 
• fresh lemon wedges – Feel free to use lime wedges if this suits your pallet better.
• Tortillas – Not a topping, but an important ingredient for tacos.  Flour tortillas or corn tortillas are both great options. 

How To Make Cod Tacos

Start by preheating your oven to 425°F and place your white fish fillets in a baking dish of your choice.  Pat dry each fillet with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.  In a small bowl, combine the butter and garlic and then slather it over the tops of each fillet.  Finally, season each fillet with cajun seasoning.

How To Cook Cod For Fish Tacos

Once your oven has reached temperature, place your baking dish in the middle rack and let the cod bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F.  Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.  Cooking fish can be intimidating, especially if you don’t do it often.  So we’ve dedicated a complete blog post on how to make the best baked cod to use here or for a any meal. 

While the cod is baking, prepare the light lemon slaw by mixing the angel hair slaw, mayo, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and salt together in medium bowl and set aside. 

​And if you’re making homemade tartar sauce, now is the time to mix all those ingredients together in a food processor to add to your tacos when you’re done.

Now it’s time to assemble!  Let your fish cool for 2-3 minutes and then add some slaw to your favorite tortillas and the top with flaked cod, and your favorite toppings that bring so many fresh flavors. Ours are tartar sauce, pickled onions, fresh dill and cracked pepper, but get creative here and customize to make the perfect fish tacos for you and your guests. 

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