Meal of the month: A Mexican-inspired meal

At many Mexican restaurants in America, the food tends to be quite filling, with tortilla chips and other deep-fried options alongside entrées smothered with cheese. But you can make a fresh, flavorful, and satisfying Mexican-inspired meal — tacos with fish or black beans — in very little time at home.

Choose any white fish you prefer, such as cod, tilapia, or haddock. Season the filets with a mix of spices (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper, for example). Then either grill, bake, or pan-fry the fish in a nonstick pan with a little olive oil. For a vegetarian alternative, sauté a small amount of onion, then add the same spices to taste, sauté for a minute, then add a can of black beans. Simmer until the mixture thickens up a bit.

Prepare a selection of toppings, such as shredded red or green cabbage and diced avocado, tomato, and onion. Put out lime wedges, your favorite salsa or hot sauce, and full-fat Greek yogurt as a substitute for sour cream. Just before serving, warm corn tortillas in a skillet on high heat. Diners can then assemble their tacos to suit their taste. (Search online for a recipe if you want more guidance or detail.) If available, corn on the cob is good side dish.

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