Simple Grilled Fish Tacos
Much of the cuisine of Mexico is fresh, grilled food: meats and fish and vegetables. Try these Grilled Fish Tacos and enjoy a healthy dinner.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil , for grill
- 1-2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1-2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1-2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 ¼ - 1 ½ pounds of skinless boneless firm white-fleshed fish fillet , (I used Cod) (about 1” thick)
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- Corn or flour tortillas, warmed or lightly toasted
Topping Suggestions
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic and lime juice.
- Add the fish to the bowl and turn once in the olive oil to coat and let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Remove the fish from the marinade and let excess drip off. Season with salt and pepper and grill about 6 minutes on each side until the flesh is opaque throughout.
- With a fork, break the fish into large pieces and serve with tortillas and Mango or Corn Relish.
Notes
Gr8 Tips:
The tortillas can be warmed on the grill , directly on the gas burner or in a heavy skillet for a few seconds on each side until browned in spots. Keep them warm wrapped inside a clean kitchen towel.
Gr8 Serving Tip:
Serve with Mango Relish, Corn Relish, Salsa Verde or Salsa Fresca and Homemade tortillas! Tried this recipe?Mention @Great8Friends or tag #gr8food!