Spicy Tequila Lime Fish Tacos

I made these fish tacos about a week ago. They're a lot of work, but they're totally worth it.

Spicy Pan-Fried Tilapia*

What you'll need:

• Aluminum foil
• Cooking spray (I use Pam Olive Oil)
• 1/4 cup of flour
• 2 teaspoons of seafood seasoning (I use Old Bay)
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black paper
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 pound of tilapia fillets

How to prepare:

1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
2. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
3. On a large plate or in a shallow dish, mix flour, seafood seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat to medium.
5. Rinse each tilapia fillet with cool water and pat semi-dry with paper towels.
6. Lightly coat tilapia fillets with flour mixture. Shake off any excess.
7. Place floured tilapia fillets in oil and brown both sides. (This should take 2 to 3 minutes per side.)
8. Place cooked tilapia fillets on lined baking sheet.
9. Place baking sheet in oven to keep fish warm.

*Adapted from http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sandra-lee/pan-fried-tilapia-recipe/index.html

Spicy Tequila Lime Sauce**

What you'll need:

• 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tablespoons of tequila (I use what I drink -- Jose Cuervo Especial Gold)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced (I did this by hand, but I think I'll buy the jarred stuff for next time)
• 2 tablespoons of hot sauce (I use Frank's Red Hot Original)
• 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, stems removed
• 1/4 cup olive oil

How to prepare:

1. Combine all ingredients in blender and blend well.
2. Transfer mixture to microwave-safe dish (I use a Pyrex measuring cup).
3. Microwave mixture until warm.

**Adapted from http://www.grouprecipes.com/19148/tequila-lime-fish-marinade.html

Spicy Tequila Lime Fish Tacos

What you'll need:

• Corn tortillas
• Spicy pan-fried tilapia, prepared as above
• Spicy tequila lime sauce, prepared as above
• Sour cream (optional)
• Pico de gallo (optional)
• Shredded cabbage
• Fresh cilantro

How to prepare:

Assemble tacos as desired.

Suggestions:

1. Serve with corn, black beans, and/or rice (I like Basmati).
2. If serving rice, drizzle leftover tequila lime sauce on top.