Name: Cajun Cod Tacos with Peach Salsa
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 4 cod filets (, cut into 1-inch slices); ¼ cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup corn flour ((not cornmeal)); 1 teaspoon kosher or fine sea salt; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon dried chipotle pepper; 2 ripe peaches (, diced small); ¼ cup fresh cilantro (, finely chopped); ¼ cup red onion (, finely chopped); 1 tablespoon jalapeño (, finely diced); 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 12 gluten-free corn tortillas; 1 avocado (, sliced (optional)); 1 lime (, sliced (optional)); 2 cups cooked white rice

Instructions

Make the cod:

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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and grease well with cooking spray, butter, or olive oil.
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Combine the corn flour and dry spices for the cod in a small bowl. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
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Working on a large plate or rimmed sheet pan, coat the pieces of fish on all sides with mayonnaise. A pastry brush or clean hands will work well. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture on top of the mayo-coated fish, turning each piece to coat at least the top and bottom.
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Transfer the seasoned fish onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for approximately 8 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Total time will depend on the thickness of the fish. Remove and serve right away.

Make the peach salsa:

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Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir gently to combine well. Serve right away or store covered in the fridge for 2-3 hours.

To serve:

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Wrap the stack of corn tortillas in a damp paper towel. Microwave until warmed through, about 30-60 seconds, depending on the microwave. Keep them wrapped in the damp paper towel until ready to assemble the tacos. This will make the tortillas pliable and keep them from breaking.
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Assemble the tacos by layering the warm tortillas with the Cajun cod and peach salsa. Add a slice of avocado (highly recommended) and squeeze of lime if you’d like. Serve with a side of rice.

Cajun Cod Tacos with Peach Salsa