Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos

These fresh Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos use a quick lime cilantro marinade and grilled mahi flaked into warm tortillas with corn salsa for an easy taco night.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Marinating Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 278kcal

Author Jason Decker

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

Nutrition is calculated for the mahi fish only.

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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