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Quick way to grow Grilled Fish Tacos

These grilled fish tacos are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. They feature tender, marinated fish, fresh salsa, and a creamy sauce all wrapped in warm tortillas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fish
  • 1 lb firm white fish fillets such as cod or mahi-mahi
Marinade
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For serving
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 0.5 cup creamy sauce such as sour cream or a yogurt-based sauce
  • lime wedges
Optional Toppings
  • avocado slices
  • fresh cilantro
  • hot sauce

Equipment

  • grill
  • grill pan
  • bowl
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the fish into 1-inch thick strips and combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Add fish to the marinade, ensuring it's evenly coated, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Grilling
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  2. Grill the fish strips for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and flake easily with a fork.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm the tortillas according to package directions, then fill each with grilled fish, shredded cabbage, and pico de gallo.
  2. Drizzle with creamy sauce and add optional toppings like avocado, cilantro, or hot sauce before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos just before serving. You can also customize the toppings with your favorite salsa or a sprinkle of cheese.