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Mahi Fish Tacos: juicy mahi mahi fillets soaked in a zesty lime juice marinade, grilled to golden brown perfection, and tucked into warm tortillas with a smoky roasted corn salsa.
We had these amazing mahi-mahi tacos on our last vacation, so I knew we had to try out a great recipe back home. Enter our Mahi Fish Tacos!
Mahi is pretty easy to find in stores these days.
The meat of the Mahi-Mahi is a real treat.
It’s a mild white fish with a firm, lean texture perfect for grilling, baking, or frying, like in these tacos!
I think this mahi mahi tacos recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
Whether you’re chilling at home or dreaming of the grocery store’s seafood aisle, grab your grill pan, and let’s make Mahi Fish Tacos!
Some of our other favorite FISH RECIPES we have on our site include: Simple Blackened Catfish Recipe, Easy Oven Baked Mahi Recipe, and Copycat Captain D’s Crunchy Battered Fish Recipe.
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- Flaky and Juicy – The mahi mahi fish tacos stay flaky white fish perfection!
- Big Flavor Blast – The lime wedges and fresh cilantro marinade add zing.
- Super Easy – Grill and toss together—faster than you can say “where’s my tortilla?”
INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
- Lime juice
- Lime zest
- Olive oil
- Fresh chopped cilantro
- Kosher salt
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Pepper
- Large mahi filets
- Ears of corn
- Olive oil
- Canned diced green chiles
- Fresh chopped cilantro
- Lime juice
- Lime zest
- Honey
- Scallions
- Kosher salt
- Garlic powder
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- WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
- HOW TO MAKE MAHI FISH TACOS:
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
- CAN I USE A DIFFERENT FISH?
- DO I HAVE TO MAKE THE SALSA?
- ANY ADDITIONS?
- ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
- HOW TO STORE:
- DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Grilled Marinated mahi fish tacos recipe
HOW TO MAKE MAHI FISH TACOS:
- Add the lime juice, zest, olive oil, cilantro, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper in a gallon-sized zip-topped bag.
- Close the bag and toss the ingredients to combine.
- Add the Mahi filets to the bag and close it. Gently massage the marinade into the filets so they are well coated.
- Marinade for 15 minutes to 1 hour; do not surpass 1 hour.
- While you are waiting for the fish to marinate, make the roasted corn salsa.
- Prepare your grill and oil the grates over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, place the mahi onto the grill.
- Grill for 3-5 minutes per side or until it reaches 145°F in the center.
- Serve immediately in tortillas with the salsa and any other toppings you prefer.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
CAN I USE A DIFFERENT FISH?
You bet!
Sometimes you can’t find Mahi in the stores. I totally get it.
I usually have to look for it in the freezer section, fresh mahi mahi can be hard to find.
Swap mahi mahi fillets for any mild white fish like cod or tilapia—they’ll still be flaky fish stars in these fish taco recipes.
Just keep an eye on the grill time!
Each fish is going to cook a little bit differently due to size and thickness.
DO I HAVE TO MAKE THE SALSA?
Nope!
Skip the roasted corn salsa and use mango salsa, pineapple salsa, or even store-bought stuff if you’re short on time.
Whether you like it mild, or hot, is entirely up to you.
ANY ADDITIONS?
You know, I think some cilantro lime rice would go really well with this dish!
- Red onion for a sharp crunch
- Hot sauce for a spicy kick
- Sour cream for creamy coolness
- Avocado slices for a buttery bite
- Black beans for hearty flavor – refried beans are great too!
- Chili powder for smoky spice
- Green onions for a fresh pop
- Crunchy slaw for a crispy twist
ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
Switch it up with these swaps if you’re missing something or want a tweak:
- Flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas
- Avocado oil instead of olive oil for the marinade
- Garlic powder with fresh minced garlic
- Honey with agave syrup in the salsa
- Green bell peppers instead of green chiles
- If you can’t fire up the grill, a hot skillet with a little oil works too
HOW TO STORE:
Refrigerator:
Wrap leftovers in parchment paper or pop them in an airtight container and chill in the fridge for up to 2 days—perfect for a quick snack next time you’re hungry!
The grilled fish stays tasty.
Freezer:
Don’t freeze the whole taco—the salsa gets mushy!
Freeze the grilled mahi mahi in a freezer-safe bag for up to a month.
Thaw and reheat—it’s still a delicious blackened mahi mahi tacos treat!
DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Marinate in a large mixing bowl—more room to coat those fish fillets!
- Oil the grill grate with a paper towel—keeps the mahi mahi from sticking!
- Use a fish spatula to flip—saves the flaky fish from falling apart!
- Grill on medium-high heat—gets that golden brown glow fast!
- Warm your tortillas on the grill—makes them toasty and fun!
These Mahi Fish Tacos are smoky, zesty, and crazy easy!
Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a backyard bash, these mahi mahi tacos with their fresh cilantro and roasted corn salsa are a total hit.
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Grilled Marinated mahi fish tacos recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh squeezed
- zest of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 large mahi filets
- 1 recipe Roasted Corn Salad
Instructions
- Add the lime juice, zest, olive oil, cilantro, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper in a gallon-sized zip-topped bag.2 tablespoons lime juice, zest of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Close the bag and toss the ingredients to combine.
- Add the Mahi filets to the bag and close it. Gently massage the marinade into the filets so they are well coated.2 large mahi filets
- Marinade for 15 minutes to 1 hour; do not surpass 1 hour.
- While you are waiting for the fish to marinate, make the roasted corn salsa.1 recipe Roasted Corn Salad
- Prepare your grill and oil the grates over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, place the mahi onto the grill.
- Grill for 3-5 minutes per side or until it reaches 145°F in the center.
- Serve immediately in tortillas with the salsa and any other toppings you prefer.
Notes
- Marinate in a large mixing bowl—more room to coat those fish fillets!
- Oil the grill grate with a paper towel—keeps the mahi mahi from sticking!
- Use a fish spatula to flip—saves the flaky fish from falling apart!
- Grill on medium-high heat—gets that golden brown glow fast!
- Warm your tortillas on the grill—makes them toasty and fun!
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Great recipe and easy to make.