Fish Taco Bowls: The Ultimate No-Tortilla Recipe!

1. Combine onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, cayenne, salt and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag; shake to combine. Add juice of 1/2 lime and 1/4 cup olive oil and mix well.

2. Place cod fillets in the bag, reseal, and gently move fillets around in the bag until well coated with seasoning mix; refrigerate 30 to 60 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, place cabbage and carrots in a large bowl.

4. Stir 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, cumin, and juice of 1/2 lime together in a small bowl; pour over cabbage mixture and toss to combine; place slaw in the refrigerator.

5. Place mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, juice of 1/2 lime, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne in a small container with a well-fitting lid; cover and shake vigorously; refrigerate until needed. Slice remaining 1/2 lime to use for garnish.

6. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish fillets to the hot oil; cook undisturbed until fish begins to turn white around the edges, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn fish gently with a spatula; cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove to a platter and keep warm.

7. To assemble, divide slaw into 4 serving bowls. Top each one with fish, cilantro, guacamole, lime slices, and chopped tomatoes. Drizzle with chipotle mayonnaise.

Cook’s Note:

To save time, both the slaw and the chipotle mayonnaise may be made a day ahead. If you make ahead, use the shorter refrigeration time for the fish. You can prepare toppings and the individual bowls while the fish is in the fridge.