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Mahi-Mahi Tacos

Cultural Context

Mahi-Mahi tacos are a staple of coastal Mexican cuisine, particularly in regions like Baja California. Traditionally enjoyed by fishermen, these tacos highlight the fresh catch of the day, often served with vibrant toppings and zesty sauces. Today, they are popular in various parts of the U.S., especially in beach towns, where they embody the spirit of summer and outdoor dining.

MexicanUSmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
½ cup mayonnaise
1 avocado
½ cup cilantro (roughly chopped)
2 garlic cloves
3 tbsp lime juice
4 tbsp jalapeños (pickled, chopped or 1 fresh jalapeno: cored and seeded)
½ tsp Kosher salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 oz. slaw mix
1 ¼ lb mahi mahi fillets (skinless, cut into 12 pieces)
4 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp lime juice
3 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 corn tortillas
½ cup fresh cilantro (for garnish)
½ cup thinly sliced radish (for garnish)
2 fresh jalapenos (thinly sliced, for garnish)
Hot sauce (such as Tobasco, for garnish)

mahi-mahi

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: pollock

Tilapia is lower in cost and still offers a mild flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber while flour tortillas are often less expensive.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

1

In a food processor, add the mayo, avocado, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, jalapenos, salt and pepper and pulse until completely blended.

2

Add the mayo-avocado mixture to the slaw and stir until fully coated. Set aside.

3

Stir together the mayo, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt and pepper for the chipotle aioli. Set aside.

4

Make the marinade by mixing together chili powder, cumin, paprika, onion and garlic powders, salt, pepper, lime juice, and olive oil.

5

Add the mahi mahi and turn to coat. Let rest for 15 minutes.

6

Heat your grill to high heat.

7

Place fish in a grill pan or cast iron skillet. Discard the left-over marinade.

8

Grill the fish, carefully turning once, until opaque and just cooked through, about 8 minutes total.

9

Heat the tortillas directly on the grill rack, or place in aluminum foil, and heat on the grill.

10

Place the cooked fish in the warmed tortilla and top with slaw, fresh cilantro, radishes, chipotle aioli, sliced jalapenos, and hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéingchopping

Equipment Needed

food processorgrill pancast iron skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

Fish TacosMahi Tacos

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