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Melinda’s Mango Habanero Glazed Fish Tacos

Jun 17, 2025

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Melinda’s Mango Habanero Glazed Fish Tacos

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Category

Main Course – Tacos

Cuisine

Mexican-Inspired / Fusion

Servings

4 (8 tacos)

Prep Time

25 minutes

These fiery-sweet Mango Habanero Glazed Fish Tacos are a tropical twist on classic street tacos. Featuring flaky white fish glazed in a zesty blend of Melinda’s Mango Habanero Pepper Jelly, lime, and rice vinegar, each taco delivers a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Layered with crunchy red cabbage, juicy mango chunks, creamy avocado, and finished with a tangy crema drizzle, these tacos are as vibrant in flavor as they are in color—ready in just 25 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Fish:

1-1 ½ lbs whitefish (such as cod, rockfish, etc.)
2 tsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Mango Habanero Glaze:

¼ C Melinda’s Mango Habanero Pepper Jelly
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp Mirin

Taco Assembly:

8 small corn tortilla
1 C. Red cabbage, shredded
½ C Mango, diced
1 Avocado (sliced)
3 limes (for serving)
Crema Mexicana (for drizzle)
Fresh Cilantro

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Directions

Prep the Fish: Pat fish dry. Rub with olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper
Make the Glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt Melinda’s mango habanero pepper jelly, lime juice, mirin and vinegar until glossy and smooth.
Cook the Fish: Pan-sear the fish until flaky (about 3-4 minutes per side). In the final minute, brush the glaze and let it caramelize slightly.
Warm the tortillas in a dry pan.
Assemble the tacos: Layer cabbage, glazed fish chunks, mango, avocado and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and crema.

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Melinda’s Mango Habanero Glazed Fish Tacos