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Snapper Fish Tacos: A Flavorful Caribbean Twist


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  • Author: Molly
  • Total Time: 30–35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 tacos
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Crispy jerk-seasoned snapper tacos with a tangy corn & black bean salsa and creamy jerk yogurt sauce—Caribbean flavor in every bite.


Ingredients

2 fresh snapper fillets

1 cup flour

1 tablespoon jerk seasoning

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 large egg (optional)

7 pimento berries, 2 garlic cloves, 3 thyme stems, ½ scotch bonnet pepper (optional infused oil)

½ cup corn (grilled or canned)

½ cup black beans, rinsed

¼ cup red onion, finely chopped

¼ cup green bell pepper, finely chopped

¼ cup scallions, chopped

Juice of 1 lemon

½ teaspoon salt & ½ teaspoon pepper (for salsa)

½ cup Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon jerk seasoning (for sauce)

1 teaspoon honey

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon salt (for sauce)

6 small tortillas

½ cup shredded cabbage (optional)

Fresh cilantro and lime wedges


Instructions

  1. Pat snapper dry. Mix jerk seasoning, paprika, garlic & onion powders, salt, pepper. Reserve 1 tsp for egg if using.
  2. Whisk egg with reserved seasoning (if using). Mix remaining seasoning into flour.
  3. Dredge fillets in egg (if used), then flour mixture. Set aside.
  4. Optional: infuse oil in skillet with pimento berries, garlic, thyme, scotch bonnet. Remove solids before frying.
  5. Pan-fry snapper 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
  6. Prepare salsa: combine corn, black beans, red onion, bell pepper, scallions with lemon juice, salt, pepper.
  7. Make sauce: whisk together yogurt, jerk seasoning, honey, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt. Adjust to taste.
  8. Warm tortillas. Flake snapper and distribute across tortillas.
  9. Top with salsa and jerk yogurt sauce, add cabbage if desired.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Infusing oil with aromatics adds extra Caribbean flavor.
  • Reserve seasoning for egg wash improves coating adhesion (optional).
  • For less spice, omit scotch bonnet pepper.
  • Assemble tacos just before serving to preserve crisp fish.
  • Prep Time: 15–20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Caribbean / Mexican Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg