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Mexican Coleslaw

August 1, 2016 by Matt Robinson 17 Comments

It’s not often that I can get away with 15 minute dinners, but when I can, you can bet it’s going to be on repeat alot. This Mexican coleslaw is one of them.

Mexican Coleslaw with Tilapia | Real Food by Dad

My boys love it, but Naomi and the baby are nuts about it. I’m making double batches for the two of them, so they don’t fight over who gets the last bite.

I’ve been telling her, “Don’t worry, I’ll make a batch so you guys can have more for tomorrow.” I love the reaction. Big smiles from them both along with arms around the neck followed by thankful kisses.

Mexican Coleslaw with Tilapia - Real Food by Dad

Now I’m totally going to be found out, that my heroic act of thoughtfulness comes down to broiling some fish, tossing it with ready-made coleslaw mix and stirring in a simple dressing. All of this amounting to less time than it takes Naomi to give the baby a bath. Not that they will love or appreciate it any less.

. . . but you know what I mean, right?

Mexican Coleslaw with Tilapia via Real Food by Dad

Heroic or not, let’s talk food and what makes this dish shine. The tilapia. It elevates a ho-hum coleslaw to something really worth moving it from a side dish to a main dish. Make sure to use the best quality fish you can find. I use Regal Springs Tilapia. Their tilapia is raised in pristine, deep water lakes. And since their fish is responsibly farm raised in oversized spacious floating nets, I like knowing my fish is not eating mud or waste at the bottom of ponds. There is no mystery in what the fish is eating. Regal Springs Tilapia are only fed a high-quality plant based diet. And since Regal Springs Tilapia are mercury-free and antibiotic-free, I feel better about feeding it to my family.

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Now that you know what type and brand of fish to get, grab the recipe and let’s get started. Small note – I added a little heat to my coleslaw, but feel free to leave out the jalapeño if you want to skip that.

This post is in collaboration with Regal Springs. All text and opinions are my own.

Yield: Serves 6

Mexican Coleslaw

Mexican Coleslaw

Ingredients

  • • 1 lb. Regal Springs Tilapia fillets
  • • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • • 2-3 tablespoons fresh oregano
  • • salt and pepper
  • • sliced lemons
  • • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • • 1 teaspoon honey
  • • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
  • • 2 chipotle chiles in adobe sauce, finely sliced
  • • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 4-5 cups Readymade coleslaw
  • • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • • 2-3 jalapeños, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Set the oven to broiler on high. Move a rack to the top so that it is 3-inches from the broiler.
  2. Using 2 tablespoons of olive, coat the outside of the tilapia with oil. Sprinkle tilapia with fresh oregano, salt and pepper. Place lemon slices on top of fish. Place the fish on a foil lined pan and transfer to the oven. Broil for 8-10 minutes or until thickest part of fish registers 145 degrees F. Remove from the oven and transfer the tilapia to a heat proof plate. Using a fork, break up the fish (for faster cooling). Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes or until no longer steaming.
  3. In the meantime, make the dressing by whisking together the remaining ½ cup of olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, chiles and garlic. Toss dressing with coleslaw until well coated. Toss in cooled tilapia. Optional: Top with with fresh cilantro sprigs and sliced jalapeno.
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Comments

  1. Dorothy at ShockinglyDelicious says

    August 1, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    I forget how fast it is to make fish. Noted! And all those flavors in your cole slaw. I can see why there is begging involved.

    Reply
  2. Lauren @ CGM says

    August 1, 2016 at 2:08 pm

    I adore coleslaw!! Adding this to our must-make list when we head down to the lake!

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  3. foodnessgracious says

    August 1, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    What a cool way to use tilapia!!

    Reply
  4. Aggie says

    August 1, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    This is total perfection in my book. I’ve been really trying to get back into making fish (my son has an allergy so I don’t make it often anymore). I could totally see myself having this over several days for lunch. I’m craving it!

    Reply
  5. Laura Sandford says

    August 1, 2016 at 2:42 pm

    My kids love asian cole slaw, but tacos are their favorite food! I bet they would devour this!!!

    Reply
  6. Nicole says

    August 1, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    I could eat coleslaw on the daily! This one looks fantastic!

    Reply
  7. Michelle Palin says

    August 1, 2016 at 4:01 pm

    This is my kind of recipe. Looks like an easy to prepare, light meal that’s perfect for summer! Naturally gluten-free too! Yay!

    Reply
  8. lindsay cotter says

    August 1, 2016 at 5:41 pm

    first of all… do you have room around the table for me? Second, Your genius! Love me some Mexican spices. Third… what aperature or lens are u using in the first shot. HOLY MOLY it’s CLEAR and CRISP! Love it!

    Reply
  9. Alice Choi says

    August 2, 2016 at 3:41 am

    I’m with Naomi and the baby on this one! 🙂 and love the Regal Springs Tilapia fillets!!!

    Reply
  10. Sommer Collier says

    August 2, 2016 at 5:40 am

    This looks like a perfect summer time meal! And the bonus is that it is easy & flavorful!

    Reply
  11. HonestlyYUM says

    August 2, 2016 at 4:16 pm

    You had me at 15 minute meal! But seriously, I totally forgot about tilapia until reading your post. I LOVE it, and Regal Springs looks like the real deal.

    Reply
  12. Mary Ann @ the beach house kic says

    August 2, 2016 at 6:22 pm

    Love this dish Matt! Packed with flavor and so healthy!! YUM!

    Reply
  13. Sarah @ Snixy Kitchen says

    August 3, 2016 at 3:42 pm

    Loving that first shot of the slaw in that beautiful platter! Also loving how easy this is to make!

    Reply
  14. No Spoon Necessary says

    August 3, 2016 at 3:50 pm

    This coleslaw looks amazing, Matt!! Loooove that you added tilapia! Totally easy dinner winning going on here! Pinned! Cheers, buddy!

    Reply
  15. Kim Beaulieu says

    August 5, 2016 at 10:45 pm

    This is absolute perfection Matt. I love easy recipes and this one is so versatile. Plus I’m not going to lie, I love when you share stories about your family.

    Reply
  16. Britt Leigh says

    February 3, 2017 at 5:23 pm

    Just made this…It’s very good, thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      February 3, 2017 at 5:41 pm

      So great to hear, thanks Britt!

      Reply

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