Cheesy Cajun Fish Taco Bowls (Printable Version)
Savory Cajun fish with creamy cheese, fresh vegetables, and a zesty sauce served in flavorful bowls.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fish
01 - 1.3 lbs white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock), cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Rice Base
06 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
→ Cheese
07 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
→ Vegetables & Toppings
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
10 - 1/2 cup cooked or canned corn kernels, drained
11 - 1 avocado, sliced
12 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
13 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
14 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
→ Sauce
15 - 1/2 cup sour cream
16 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
17 - 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
18 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Pat fish pieces dry and combine with Cajun seasoning, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high. Add seasoned fish and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet.
03 - Mix sour cream, lime juice, hot sauce if desired, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
04 - Divide cooked rice into serving bowls. Top with warm fish, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and arrange tomatoes, lettuce, corn, avocado slices, red onion, and cilantro around each bowl.
05 - Drizzle bowls with prepared sauce and garnish with lime wedges. Serve immediately for optimal texture and temperature.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick and easy to make
- Packed with vibrant flavors and textures
02 -
- Use gluten-free tortillas or omit for a gluten-free option
- Swap dairy products for plant-based to make it dairy-free
03 -
- For extra crunch, add crushed tortilla chips
- Try substituting fish with shrimp or tofu for variety