Grilled Fish Tacos Recipe
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Grilled Fish Tacos Recipe
Description
This Grilled Fish Tacos Recipe begins by creating a spice paste with avocado oil, chili powder, onion and garlic powders, cumin, and sea salt. The paste coats the white fish, which is then left to marinate, allowing the flavors to infuse. Grilling the fish over medium-high heat imparts a smoky char and seals in moisture, with a brief cook time ensuring the fish remains tender.
While the fish marinates, a sauce blending sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, chipotle adobo sauce, lime zest and juice, minced garlic, and salt is prepared in a blender. This creamy, smoky sauce adds richness and a mild heat that complements the grilled fish. Serving the fish broken into smaller pieces inside warm tortillas topped with shredded cabbage and pico de gallo delivers a satisfying mix of flavors and a contrast of textures.
These tacos work well as a casual meal or for gatherings, offering a flavorful option with a balance of spicy, creamy, and fresh components. Prepping the sauce and marinade ahead can simplify assembly and cooking. They pair nicely with light sides or salsas to complement the layered taste experience.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- 1 lb white fish
- 12 inch tortillas warmed
- 2 cup cabbage shredded
- ¾ cup Pico de Gallo or your favorite salsa
Fish Taco Sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise can be light
- ¼ cup cilantro
- 1 tablespoon chipotle adobo sauce
- 1 lime zest and juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 pinch salt sea salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the avocado oil, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt until a paste forms.
- Place the fish on a plate and cover both sides with the paste. Let it marinate for 30 minutes on your counter or up to an hour in your fridge.
- While the fish marinates, make the sauce. Place all of the ingredients into your blender and blend until mostly smooth. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates. Grill the fish for 4-5 minutes, flipping over once. Break the fish into smaller pieces.
- To assemble your fish tacos, put some cabbage on a tortilla then top with grilled fish, some of the sauce, and a tablespoon of pico de gallo.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 411 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3 tacos | |
| Calories | 411kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 1155mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 572mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1092IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 136mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.