Mexican Grilled Mahi Mahi Recipes

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What’s even more amazing about these tacos is that they are prepared in under 30 minutes from start to finish, despite being layered with flavor after flavor and truly being out-of-this-world delicious.

Grilled Mahi Mahi | How To Grill Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos

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A California classic, these tacos rely on quality fish—and a boost from a dry rub—to set them apart. Buy the best seafood you can find, and serve the extra pico de gallo with chips.

Ingredients:

  • 5 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 scallions, white and light-green parts only, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded, minced
  • Kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • Kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • Hot pepper sauce
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1-pound mahi-mahi fillet
  • Vegetable oil (for brushing)
  • 8 6″ corn tortillas, warmed
  • 1 cup finely shredded cabbage
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instruction:

  1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk cream and sour cream in a small bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and hot sauce.
  3. Build a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill, or heat a gas grill to high. Combine all dried spices in a small bowl. Sprinkle over fish. Brush grill grate with oil. Grill fish until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Using a fork, coarsely shred fish. Fill tortillas with fish, cabbage, and pico de gallo. Drizzle with crema. Squeeze fresh lime wedges over tacos.

FAQ

What flavors go well with mahi mahi?

When considering what to serve with Mahi Mahi, keep in mind herbs and seasonings like garlic powder, pepper, dried thyme, parsley, onion powder, and paprika. Zesty and sweet fruits and vegetables will also liven up whitefish like mahi-mahi.

Do you leave the skin on mahi mahi when grilling?

Mahi Mahi Fillets should be brushed with olive oil on both sides, seasoned on both sides, and grilled for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden. Lemon juice should then be drizzled over the fish.

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