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Grilled Fish Tacos with Lime Cilantro Sauce

Grilled Fish Tacos with Lime Sauce

Delicious grilled fish tacos topped with a zesty lime cilantro sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fish Ingredients
  • 1 lb White fish fillets (tilapia or cod) Fresh fish for grilling.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For marinating the fish.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adds spice and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder For added flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
Tortillas
  • 4 Corn or flour tortillas For serving.
Lime Cilantro Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Base for the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the sauce.
  • 1 whole Lime Juiced and zested for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped For freshness in the sauce.
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced For flavor in the sauce.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning the sauce.
Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded cabbage For crunch.
  • 1 whole Avocado, sliced For creaminess.
  • to taste Lime wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add fish fillets and coat well. Marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, and minced garlic. Mix until smooth and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Heat tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side. Place grilled fish in the center of each tortilla, top with shredded cabbage and avocado slices.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill marinated fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until flaky. Remove and let rest for a few minutes.
  5. Assemble tacos by drizzling lime cilantro sauce over the fish and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Feel free to customize your tacos with different fish or toppings to suit your taste.