Best 6 Grilled Halibut Tacos With Salsa Verde Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our grilled halibut tacos, a culinary symphony of flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Mexico. These tacos are not just a meal; they are an experience, a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more. Each bite is a fiesta in your mouth, a celebration of fresh, healthy ingredients that come together in perfect harmony. From the succulent grilled halibut to the vibrant salsa verde, every element of these tacos is carefully crafted to create a taste sensation that will linger long after the last bite. So, let's dive into the delightful world of grilled halibut tacos and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you utterly satisfied. In addition to the grilled halibut tacos, this article also features a refreshing salsa verde recipe, a zesty avocado crema, and a simple cabbage slaw. These accompaniments add layers of flavor and texture to the tacos, making them an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HALIBUT SOFT TACOS



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I sometimes serve these halibut tacos wrapped in lettuce instead of tortillas. Either way, the mango salsa tastes amazing with grilled halibut. This warm-weather recipe is quick, colorful and full of nutrients. -Kristin Kossak, Bozeman, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup cubed avocado
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 pound halibut steaks (3/4 inch thick)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 Bibb lettuce leaves
4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
4 teaspoons sweet Thai chili sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the mango, avocado, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, 2 teaspoons oil, lemon juice and honey; set aside. Brush halibut with remaining oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. , Grill halibut on greased rack, covered, over high heat or broil 3-4 in. from the heat until fish flakes easily with a fork, 3-5 minutes on each side., Place lettuce leaves on tortillas; top with fish and mango mixture. Drizzle with chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 648mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HALIBUT FISH TACOS WITH CILANTRO SAVOY SLAW



Halibut Fish Tacos with Cilantro Savoy Slaw image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 limes
2 cloves garlic, quartered
1 small bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems (about 2 cups packed)
1 small bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems (about 2 cups packed)
1 bunch scallions, half coarsely chopped and half finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
Kosher salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound skinless halibut fillets, cut into 1-inch chunks
4 cups packed finely shredded savoy cabbage (about 8 ounces)
2/3 cup sour cream
8 to 12 corn tortillas, warmed
Prepared salsa verde, for serving

Steps:

  • Finely grate the zest of one of the limes and add it to the bowl of a mini food processor. Squeeze in the juice of the lime and add the garlic, cilantro, coarsely chopped scallions, cumin and 1 teaspoon salt and pulse until roughly chopped. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and 1 tablespoon water and continue to pulse until the mixture becomes a chunky sauce.
  • Toss the halibut in a bowl with all but 1 tablespoon of the sauce and let marinate for 10 to 15 minutes while you prepare the cabbage and the sour cream.
  • In a large bowl, toss the remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro sauce with the cabbage, finely chopped scallions, the juice of the second lime, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream, the juice of the remaining lime and a pinch of salt.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add about half of the fish, so the pieces are in a single layer, and cook, turning, until the fish is just opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes. Transfer the fish to a plate and cook the remaining fish with the remaining oil. Divide the fish among the tortillas and top with cabbage. Serve with the sour cream and salsa verde on the side.

HALIBUT FISH TACOS



Halibut Fish Tacos image

Grilled fish tacos.

Provided by kmacs22

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican     Main Dishes     Tacos     Fish

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lime, juiced
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, diced
1 tablespoon ground ancho chile powder
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ pound halibut fillets
8 corn tortillas
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
1 avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • Stir lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, jalapeno, chile powder, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl or resealable zip-top bag. Add halibut and marinate for 20 to 25 minutes. Do not over-marinate, as lime juice will start to 'cook' the fish.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Drain marinade; grill fillets for 5 minutes. Turn and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 2 minutes more.
  • Warm tortillas on the grill or stove. Divide halibut among tortillas and top with cabbage, salsa, pepper Jack cheese, and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 28.2 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 321.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

GRILLED FISH TACOS WITH VERA CRUZ SALSA



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 1/2 pound piece halibut
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lime
1/2 head Napa or white cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup barely chopped fresh cilantro
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 to 12 white or yellow corn tortillas, warmed on the grill
Vera Cruz Salsa, for serving, recipe follows
3 large plum tomatoes, cored and halved
2 jalapenos, stems removed
Canola oil, for grilling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 cup manzanilla olives, pitted and halved
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1/4 cup extra-virgin Spanish olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
Juice of 1/2 lime

Steps:

  • Heat a charcoal or gas grill to high for direct grilling. Sprinkle the halibut with the ancho powder, salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown and charred on both sides, and just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.
  • Using two forks, flake the halibut into large bite-size pieces and put in a large bowl. Pour over the olive oil and lime juice, and toss just to combine. Add the cabbage and cilantro and toss again.
  • Serve the fish with the tortillas and Vera Cruz Salsa and let guests fill and wrap their own tacos.
  • Heat a charcoal or gas grill to high for direct grilling. Toss the tomatoes and jalapenos with a few tablespoons of canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill both until charred on all sides and just soft. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly.
  • Halve the tomatoes, remove the seeds and cut into small dice. Dice the jalapenos, including the skin and seeds. Put the tomatoes and jalapenos in a medium bowl. Add the onions, olives, capers, olive oil, vinegar, cilantro, oregano, and lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.

GRILLED PACIFIC HALIBUT WITH MANGO SALSA



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This sweet and spicy salsa goes beautifully with a firm, white fish like halibut. Make sure your mango is very ripe. Mangos are a good source of potassium, vitamin A and beta-carotene. You would think that such a sweet fruit would be high in calories, but because of all the water in a juicy mango, the caloric content is relatively low - about 135 calories in a whole mango, according to nutritionist and author Jonny Bowden.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large, ripe mango
2 serrano chiles, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup finely diced jicama
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
4 6-ounce Pacific halibut fillets or steaks
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 limes, cut in wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Finely dice the mango. Cut down the broad side of the mango, slightly off center, from the stem end to the tip end. The knife should scrape against the side of the pit. Repeat on the other side, cutting as close to the pit as possible. Cut the flesh from the sides of the pit, following the curve of the pit. Lay each half on your cutting surface, and score with the tip of your knife in a cross-hatch pattern, down to the skin but not through it. Turn the mango half inside out, and slice the cubes away from the skin. Then cut the cubes into very small dice.
  • Toss the mango in a bowl with the chiles, cilantro, mint, jicama and lime juice. Season with salt if desired. Cover the bowl, and allow to sit for an hour while you prepare your grill.
  • Heat a medium-hot grill (or heat an indoor griddle or grill pan). Season the halibut fillets or steaks with salt and pepper, and toss with the olive oil in a bowl. Place the fish directly over the coals, and grill for four to five minutes per side, depending on the thickness. The fish should be opaque all the way through, and you should be able to pull it apart with a fork.
  • Remove the fish to a plate or a platter. Serve with the salsa spooned partially over the fish and partially on the side. Alternately, spoon the salsa onto plates and set the fish on top. Garnish with lime wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 422, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 705 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 1 gram

PAN-SEARED HALIBUT WITH SALSA VERDE



Pan-Seared Halibut with Salsa Verde image

Categories     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Halibut     Summer     Cilantro     Parsley     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lemon
2 teaspoons drained capers
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro sprigs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2-inch-thick halibut steaks with skin (about 1 pound total)
Garnish: lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Grate enough zest from lemon to measure 1/2 teaspoon and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice. Chop capers and in a small bowl whisk together with zest, lemon juice, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Add 1/4 cup oil in a slow stream, whisking constantly until blended. Whisk in herbs.
  • Pat halibut dry and season with salt and pepper. In a nonstick skillet heat remaining tablespoon oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook halibut, turning once, until golden brown on both sides and just cooked through, about 7 minutes total. Serve halibut topped with salsa verde and garnished with lemon wedges.

Tips:

  • Choose the right halibut: Look for firm, opaque fillets with no brown spots.
  • Cook the halibut perfectly: Halibut is a delicate fish, so it's important to cook it carefully. Grill it over medium heat for about 4 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through but still flaky.
  • Make the salsa verde ahead of time: The salsa verde can be made up to 3 days in advance. This makes it a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
  • Use fresh tortillas: Fresh tortillas will make your tacos taste even better. If you can't find fresh tortillas, you can warm up store-bought tortillas in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Load up your tacos: Don't be afraid to load up your tacos with all of your favorite toppings. Some popular options include cabbage, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Grilled halibut tacos with salsa verde are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. The halibut is cooked to perfection and the salsa verde is the perfect complement to the fish. These tacos are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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