Best 5 Stir Grilled Fish Tacos Recipes

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**Grilled Fish Tacos: A Flavorful Fusion of Freshness and Spice**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Grilled Fish Tacos, a culinary creation that harmoniously blends the vibrant essence of the sea with the bold, zesty flavors of Mexican spices. This delightful dish features tender, succulent fish grilled to perfection, enveloped in warm, soft tortillas, and adorned with a symphony of fresh, crisp vegetables, creamy sauces, and tangy salsas. Each bite is an explosion of taste, a harmonious fusion of textures and flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Mexico.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Grilled Fish Tacos:** This timeless recipe forms the foundation of the beloved grilled fish taco experience. It features a simple, yet flavorful marinade that infuses the fish with a delicate blend of herbs and spices. Grilled to perfection, the fish is nestled in warm tortillas and topped with a classic combination of shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, and creamy avocado slices.

2. **Baja-Style Grilled Fish Tacos:** Inspired by the laid-back coastal vibes of Baja California, this recipe introduces a vibrant twist to the classic grilled fish taco. The fish is marinated in a zesty blend of citrus juices, chili peppers, and aromatic spices, resulting in a burst of flavor in every bite. Topped with a refreshing slaw made from shredded cabbage, carrots, and a tangy lime-cilantro dressing, these tacos are a celebration of Baja's culinary heritage.

3. **Blackened Grilled Fish Tacos:** For those who crave a smoky, bold flavor, the blackened grilled fish tacos are an absolute must-try. The fish is coated in a tantalizing blend of spices, including paprika, cumin, and chili powder, then grilled over high heat until it develops a beautiful charred crust. Served on toasted tortillas and complemented with a spicy chipotle sauce, these tacos pack a flavorful punch that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

4. **Grilled Mahi Mahi Tacos with Mango Salsa:** This recipe elevates the grilled fish taco experience with the tropical flair of mango salsa. Succulent mahi-mahi fillets are grilled to flaky perfection and paired with a vibrant salsa made from fresh mangoes, red onions, and a hint of jalapeño. The sweetness of the mango salsa beautifully complements the savory flavors of the grilled fish, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

STIR-GRILLED FISH TACOS



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I tried these when visiting friends in San Diego. They are so delicious and great when the weather gets warm. They shared the recipe with me but I don't know where it originates from--don't really care. Just know it is good eatin'

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs halibut fillets, cut into chunks
2 -3 tablespoons cajun seasoning (I use Tony Chachere's)
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup cider vinegar (or a vinegar of your choice)
1/4 cup sour cream
6 green onions, chopped
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
8 flour tortillas
lemon wedge
salsa
tartar sauce
guacamole

Steps:

  • Put halibut chunks in a bowl; sprinkle with cajun seasoning and toss to coat.
  • Transfer halibut to a well-greased grill wok (the kind with holes in it).
  • Stir-grill over hot coals for 8-10 minutes, tossing while cooking.
  • In a big bowl, add cabbages; mix well.
  • In a smaller bowl, add vinegar, sour cream, green onions, and salt; stir to combine.
  • Add dressing mixture to cabbage; toss to coat well.
  • For each tortilla, fill with 1/3 cup cabbage mixture and 4-5 chunks of halibut; fold up and serve with lemon wedges, salsa, tartar sauce, guacamole, and a pitcher of margaritas.

GRILLED FISH TACOS



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These tacos don't come from a particular town or restaurant; rather, they incorporate elements from many different Yucatán grill masters. The preparation may look complicated, but it's actually pretty easy-because your guests assemble the tacos themselves.

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Citrus     Fish     Kid-Friendly     Backyard BBQ     Avocado     Spring     Summer     Family Reunion     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Cilantro     Oregano     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups chopped white onion, divided
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1/4 cup olive oil
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
1 pound tilapia, striped bass, or sturgeon fillets
Coarse kosher salt
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon milk
Corn tortillas
2 avocados, peeled, pitted, sliced
1/2 small head of cabbage, cored, thinly sliced
Salsa Verde
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Stir 1 cup onion, 1/4 cup cilantro, oil, 3 tablespoons lime juice, orange juice, garlic, and oregano in medium bowl. Sprinkle fish with coarse salt and pepper. Spread half of onion mixture over bottom of 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish. Arrange fish atop onion mixture. Spoon remaining onion mixture over fish. Cover and chill 30 minutes. Turn fish; cover and chill 30 minutes longer. Whisk mayonnaise, milk, and remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice in small bowl.
  • Brush grill grate with oil; prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grill fish with some marinade still clinging until just opaque in center, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Grill tortillas until slightly charred, about 10 seconds per side.
  • Coarsely chop fish; place on platter. Serve with lime mayonnaise, tortillas, remaining 1 cup chopped onion, remaining 1/2 cup cilantro, avocados, cabbage, Salsa Verde, and lime wedges.

GRILLED FISH TACOS



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 32

2 pounds of Mahi-Mahi (1/2 - 3/4 inches thick cleaned, skinned and cut into 4-6 portions)
Whole wheat or multi-grain flour tortillas
Juice of 10 limes
1 bunch of cilantro finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
3 cups finely shredded red or green cabbage
2 cups plain fat-free Greek yogurt
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 cup diced peeled seeded cucumber
Sea salt and pepper to taste
Sea salt and pepper to taste
2 medium fresh, diced tomatoes
1/2 diced Spanish onion
1 bunch thoroughly washed, minced cilantro
1 tablespoon sea salt
Juice from 4 limes
2 fresh mangos diced
1 cucumber peeled and diced
1 sweet onion diced
1 red pepper diced, seeds removed
3 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar
1 hot pepper (we recommend either a Serrano pepper which provides great flavor and not too much heat or a habanero pepper, one of the hottest peppers
1 bunch of cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Directions for slaw:
  • Combine apple cider vinegar, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, sugar, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; mix until smooth and creamy. Add cabbage and toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Directions for tacos:
  • Combine ingredients for the basting sauce into bowl and mix. Set aside. Oil the grill rack and Preheat grill to medium high. Grill Mahi filets until they are cooked through approximately 3 minutes per side. Continuously baste Mahi- Mahi, turning fish over only once.
  • While Mahi is on the grill, heat tortillas until soft in the microwave or in the oven. Option 1: In the Microwave, wrap stacks of up to 12 tortillas in barely damp paper towels; microwave on High for 30 to 45 seconds. Wrap tortillas in a clean towel to keep warm. Option 2: In the Oven, wrap stacks of 6 tortillas in foil; place in a 375 degrees F oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Wrap tortillas in a clean towel to keep warm.
  • When Fish is white and flakey, remove from heat. Carefully cut fish into large chunks. Place fish into tortillas and build your taco, starting with fish, and slaw and toppings of your choice.
  • Combine all ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix diced tomatoes, onions and cilantro in a large bowl. Add the lime juice and salt stir.
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Set aside and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

GRILLED FISH FOR TACOS



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Rather than double-fry it as they do in Baja, we rubbed ours with 3 spices and grilled it.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Yield Makes 12 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons coarse salt
4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro, plus sprigs for garnishing
2-pound fillet of striped bass or red snapper, skin intact
Lime wedges, for garnishing

Steps:

  • Stir together spices and salt. Mix in olive oil and cilantro. Use a sharp knife to make shallow slashes about 1 1/2 inches apart into the fish skin; transfer to a large dish and rub both sides with spice mixture. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Preheat a clean, lightly oiled grill to high heat. Place fish, flesh-side down, on hot grill. Do not move for 3 to 5 minutes, or until fish is opaque. Flip using 2 spatulas. Cook until fish flakes slightly when pressed, about 5 to 7 minutes more.
  • Transfer fish fillet to a plate. Set aside to cool slightly. Place on a serving platter, shred fillet with fork into bite-size pieces, and garnish platter with lime wedges and cilantro sprigs. Serve immediately, or within 1 hour at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 g, Cholesterol 60 g, Fat 7 g, Protein 14 g, Sodium 619 g

GRILLED FISH TACOS



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Not really traditional fish tacos since they are grilled, however they are none the less tasty. If you wish, you can serve these with mango salsa, pico de gallo and bottled hot sauce. Please allow 1 to 3 hours to allow fish to marinate. You can also bake or saute the fish. From Baja: Cooking on the Edge. I absolutely love this book!

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 24 tacos, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons finely diced white onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, rubbed to a powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless white fish fillets
corn tortilla, warmed
diced avocados or smashed avocado, with
lime juice, and
salt
lime wedge
mango salsa (Mango Salsa)
salsa, de chiles de arbol (recipe #297752) or bottled hot sauce
pico de gallo (Pico De Gallo)

Steps:

  • Combine all marinade ingredients. Cut the fish into several large pieces and add to the marinade.
  • Refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours (no longer or you'll have ceviche). Drain the fish and discard the marinade.
  • Half an hour before cooking, clean the grill thoroughly with a brush and wipe it down with an oil-dampened rag. Preheat the grill on high. Grill the fish until it is barely firm to the touch and opaque through the center. Do not overcook.
  • Remove to a platter and break into chunks to serve. Keep loosely covered.
  • To serve, hold a tortilla in your hand and add a spoonful of avocado. Add a few pieces of fish, a squeeze of lime, mango salsa; finish with the optional toppings.
  • Note: The fish may also be baked or sauteed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.6, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 76.2, Sodium 155.1, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 20.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right fish: Firm-fleshed fish like mahi-mahi, grouper, or swordfish work best for grilling. Avoid delicate fish like tilapia or cod, as they tend to fall apart on the grill.
  • Marinate your fish: Marinating the fish before grilling helps to infuse it with flavor and keep it moist. Use a simple marinade made with olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices.
  • Grill your fish over medium-high heat: This will help to sear the outside of the fish and cook it through without overcooking it.
  • Don't overcook your fish: Fish is done cooking when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Overcooked fish is dry and tough.
  • Serve your fish tacos immediately: Fish tacos are best served fresh off the grill. Top them with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Stir-Grilled Fish Tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give Stir-Grilled Fish Tacos a try!

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