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Home » Recipes » You’d Never Know this Fish Tacos Best Recipe is Made with Cheap Fish Sticks!

You’d Never Know this Fish Tacos Best Recipe is Made with Cheap Fish Sticks!

Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Sandwiches May 26, 2023

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Fish sticks are the secret ingredient in this best fish taco recipe. You toast them up according to package instructions, toast some street taco shells, and top them with a little crema and you’re in heaven! These tacos are so inexpensive but your friends will never know! A squeeze of lime can also elevate this fish tacos best recipe for pennies!

This fish tacos best recipe is a fantastic option when you want a budget-friendly meal that doesn’t compromise on taste. By utilizing ingredients such as fish sticks, corn tortillas, and a homemade sour cream sauce, you can create a satisfying and flavorful dish without spending a fortune. Customize your tacos with coleslaw mix, scallions, and additional seasonings to suit your preferences to make this fish stick tacos best recipes.

When To Cook this Fish Tacos Best Recipe

Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or simply craving a quick and affordable dinner, these fish stick tacos are a winner. Their crispy texture, tangy sauce, and delightful combination of flavors will leave you feeling like you’re dining at a restaurant. So, gather your ingredients, get cooking, and savor the incredible taste of these budget-friendly fish stick tacos!

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fish tacos best recipe

The Best Fish Tacos

Using a simple ingredient like fish sticks creates a special meal that can be made with not a lot of money and not a lot of time. No one will know how easy and cheap these are!
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Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 box fish sticks package of 44 from walmart
  • 24 street tacos
  • 8 oz sour cream
  • 1 lime
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 pkg coleslaw mix optional
  • 2 scallions chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder optional
  • 1/4 cup cilantro optional for serving

Instructions
 

  • Cook fish sticks according to package instructions.
  • In a small bowl, mix sour cream, juice of 1/2 of the lime, garlic powder, and cumin to make a sauce. (add chili powder too, if you like)
  • Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over high heat until slightly charred on each side.
  • Place on cooked fish stick into each tortilla.
  • Top with coleslaw mix (if using), sour cream sauce, and chopped scallions and cilantro if you like.
  • Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
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