Description
These Mahi Mahi Tacos are a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring perfectly seasoned and seared mahi mahi fillets, complemented by a creamy lime-cilantro sauce, fresh avocado slices, and a crunchy fish slaw. Easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers a delightful combination of textures and bold Mexican-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Seasoning
- 4 mahi mahi fillets
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
Peppers
- 2 poblano peppers or jalapeños
Sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Assembly
- 4 charred tortillas
- 1/3 cup fish slaw
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Jalapeños, to taste
- 2 tablespoons cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Fish: Season both sides of the mahi mahi fillets evenly with garlic powder, salt, pepper, oregano, chili powder, and cumin. Press the seasoning onto the fish to ensure it sticks well.
- Cook the Fish: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or indoor grill over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned fish fillets and sear for 7-8 minutes until golden and ready to flip.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip the fillets carefully and cook for an additional 7 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Slice the Fish: Transfer the cooked mahi mahi to a cutting board and slice into strips. Drizzle lime juice over the sliced fish and sprinkle with chopped cilantro for added freshness.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a blender, combine sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the charred tortillas. On each tortilla, layer the fish strips, fish slaw, sliced avocado, jalapeños, and finish with a drizzle of the prepared sauce.
- Serve: Garnish tacos with extra cilantro if desired and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh mahi mahi fillets for the best texture and flavor.
- Char the tortillas over an open flame or hot pan for authentic smoky flavor.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder and jalapeños to control the heat level.
- The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- For a healthier twist, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 541 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 141 mg
