a fishy taco (bates)
The first time someone mentioned fish tacos, I flinched. Being a native Texan, I was certain this was some California conspiracy to compete with Tex-Mex food. Imagine my surprise when I learned how very delicious fish tacos can be. If you are a died in the wool Tex-Mex fan, here is a recipe to guide you gently into the world of fish tacos. Enjoy!!!
prep time
15 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Grill
yield
Uh, how many can you eat?
Ingredients
- MARINADE
- 1/2 cup orange juice, fresh isqueezed if possible
- 1/2 cup lime juice, fresh squeezed if possible
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon diy chili seasoning (recipe link in comments)
- 1/3 bunch cilantro, leaves only
- OTHER INGREDIENTS
- 2+ pounds mahi mahi or tuna fillets
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 medium mango
- 1 medium green bell pepper (optional)
- 1 medium red or yellow bell pepper(optional)
- 10+ - flour tortillas (recipe link in comments or use storemade)
- - creamy jalapeno dip (recipe link below)
- - peachy keen salsa (recipe link below)
- - lime wedges
How To Make a fishy taco (bates)
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Step 1Cut fish fillets into bite sized chunks and place in large Ziplock bag Place marinade ingredients in food processor and pulse until emulsified. Pour into ziplock bag over fish chunks, seal and place in fridge for 15-30 minutes. CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE FISH IN MARINADE OVER 2 HOURS OR THE CITRUS JUICES WILL BEGIN TO "COOK" IT.
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Step 2While fish is marinating, slice onion very thin and cut mango into bite sized chunks. Place in bowl and set aside. Cut bell peppers into halves and remove cores, membranes and seeds. Cut peppers into thin strips and set aside
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Step 3When ready to cook, drain marinade from fish into a bowl and reserve. Heat grill or heavy large skillet (cast iron preferred) to medium high heat. Place fish on grill or in skillet and cook for approximately 8 minutes until fish is cooked through. Pour about 2 tablespoons of reserved marinade into another heavy skillet, heat on medium high until shimmering, add onions and bell peppers and cook about 3-4 minutes until soft. Add mango the last 2 minutes to get a nice caramelized outer crust.
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Step 4You can either toast the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds to a minute until they begin to get brown spots or place them between two paper towels in the microwave and heat them for 20-30 seconds until warm.
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Step 5Serve fish and onions, peppers & mangos in a chafing or other dish that will retain heat Set bowls of Creamy Jalapeno dip and Peachy Keen Salsa on the table, along with a small bowl of lime wedges. You can also place bowls of diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce and avacado slices on the table. Let everyone build their own tacos.
- Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!
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Category:
Fish
Category:
Tacos & Burritos
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#Healthy
Ingredient:
Fish
Method:
Grill
Culture:
Caribbean
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