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Grilled Fish Tacos Ready in 20 Minutes

  • Author: Rebecca
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick and easy weeknight meal featuring firm white fish seasoned with smoked paprika and cumin, grilled to perfection and served with a fresh lime-cilantro slaw in warm corn tortillas.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (680g) firm white fish fillets (Mahi-Mahi, Cod, or Snapper)
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5g) smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5g) garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5g) cumin
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups (100g) shredded cabbage (green and purple mix)
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup (15g) fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 12 small corn tortillas

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (approx. 400°F/200°C). Create a two-zone fire if possible.
  2. Pat fish fillets completely dry with paper towels.
  3. Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Brush both sides of fish fillets with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with the spice mix, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. In a separate bowl, toss shredded cabbage, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  6. Clean and oil grill grates thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  7. Place fish on the grill at a 45-degree angle. Do not touch for 4 minutes to allow searing.
  8. Flip fish and cook for another 3-4 minutes until opaque and flaking easily with a fork (internal temp 145°F/63°C).
  9. Warm corn tortillas directly on grill grates for 30 seconds per side.
  10. Assemble tacos with tortilla, slaw, grilled fish, and a squeeze of fresh lime. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure fish is patted dry before seasoning to prevent steaming. Do not move fish for the first 4 minutes to ensure it releases easily from the grates. Fish continues to cook after removal from heat, so pull at 140°F (60°C) for carry-over cooking.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos with slaw pe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 28

Keywords: grilled fish tacos, quick dinner, weeknight meals, healthy seafood, outdoor cooking, lime slaw, corn tortillas

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