Prep Your Fish: First things first, pat your tilapia fillets nice and dry with paper towels. This helps them get a good sear. Then, sprinkle them generously with our spice blend: cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Give them a gentle rub to make sure the spices stick.

Get the Skillet Hot: Grab a nice big skillet and add your olive oil and butter. Let it heat up over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and starts to sizzle just a bit.

Cook the Fish: Carefully place your seasoned tilapia into the hot skillet. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes per side. You're looking for that perfect flaky texture and a lovely golden-brown sear. Don't overcook it!

Flake It Up: Once the fish is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and place it on a plate. Now, use a fork to gently flake the fish into bite-sized pieces. Easy peasy!

Warm Your Tortillas: While your fish is resting, it’s time to warm up those tortillas. You can do this right in the skillet after you remove the fish, or follow the package directions – usually a quick stint in the microwave or a dry skillet does the trick. Warm tortillas are key to a happy taco experience!

Whip Up the Taco Sauce: In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the fish taco sauce: sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and Sriracha. Whisk it all together until it’s wonderfully smooth and creamy. Taste it and add a little more Sriracha if you like it spicier!

Assemble Your Masterpieces: Now for the best part – building your tacos! Take a warm tortilla, add a generous spoonful of that flaked tilapia, then get creative with your toppings. Pile on that crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, diced tomatoes (if you’re using them), sharp red onion, fresh cilantro, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese.

Serve and Enjoy: Serve your beautiful fish tacos immediately with those refreshing lime wedges on the side. A little squeeze of lime over everything is pure bliss! Drizzle generously with that amazing fish taco sauce and dive in!