Mahi Mahi Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
268 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Mahi Mahi Tacos
Description
This Mahi Mahi Tacos recipe involves seasoning mahi mahi filets with a blend of chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then grilling or baking them until cooked through. The cooking method ensures a tender yet slightly firm texture, while the spices provide a mild warmth and smoky note.
After cooking, the fish is broken into chunks and placed into warmed tortillas. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds acidity and brightness, complementing the mild fish flavor. Optional toppings, including a pineapple salsa described in the notes, can add sweetness, spice, and freshness.
Serving these tacos is straightforward and suitable for casual meals. They are ideal for a light dinner or lunch, pairing well with simple sides or fresh salsas. The recipe accommodates baking as an alternative to grilling, with timing adjusted for thickness.
The accompanying pineapple salsa blends diced pineapple, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, and cumin. This salsa rests before serving to meld flavors and can enhance the tacos with a tangy, sweet contrast.
Ingredients
- 3 mahi mahi 6 ounces each, about 1" thick, filets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 medium corn tortillas or flour tortillas, 6-inch
- 1 lime wedged
- toppings to taste
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat. If using the pineapple salsa in the notes, prepare as directed and refrigerate.
- In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dab the mahi mahi filets with a paper towel and brush them with olive oil. Sprinkle with the seasoning mixture.
- Grill the fish filets for about 3-4 minutes skin side down (if fish has skin). Flip the fish over with a spatula and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until the fish reaches 140°F.
- While the fish is cooking, heat the tortillas according to package directions.
- Remove fish from the grill or oven and squeeze lime over top. Break fish apart into chunks and serve in tortillas with desired toppings.
Notes
- To bake mahi mahi, preheat oven to 425°F and cook filets for 12-17 minutes, adjusting time to thickness.
- Thinner filets cook faster; monitor doneness closely.
- If grilling, start cooking skin-side down to help hold the fish together.
- The optional pineapple salsa combines pineapple, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, lime, cilantro, olive oil, and cumin; mix and rest before serving for best flavor.
- Nutritional values listed exclude toppings, so adjust accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 268 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 268 | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 461mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 707mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1083IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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