Fish Tacos

Fish Tacos

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

As the last little bits of summer eek away I'm looking for every way possible to hold on to the season of sunshine. So I turned to Pinterest to find some summery recipes and struck gold with this one.
Fish tacos are the epitome of summer: fresh, citrusy, and light. This recipe is super easy and super delicious.

Fish

• 1 lb Tilapia, cod, or mahi mahi filets
• 2 Tbsp canola oil--I used olive oil and the fish turned out greatI
• 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 close garlic, minced--about 1 Tbsp
• 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper--the original called for only 1/8 tsp but I like mine spicier 
• Salt and pepper to taste

Combine the canola oil, lime juice, and spices into a small mixing bowl. Place the fish into a gallon bag and pour the marinade over the fish. Allow the fish to marinade for at least 20 minutes, but no more than 30 minutes. Heat the grill to medium-high heat and brush with oil before placing the fish on the grill. Cook the fish through, about 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the grill and cut into medium-sized pieces. 

Slaw

• 1/2 small red cabbage, cored and sliced thin
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp canola oil--again I used olive oil

Combine all the ingredients into a large bowl and give it a good toss. 

Guac**

• 1 large avocado
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic
• Juice of 1 medium lime
• Crushed red pepper to taste
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Cut the avocado into two halves and place the flesh into a small mixing bowl. Add the garlic, lime juice, crushed red pepper, and salt and pepper. Mash it all together until you have the consistency you want. I like mine a bit smoother, but chunky guacamole has its merits too! 

To assemble your tacos, start with warming up a few flour tortillas. Place your fish down the middle of your tortilla, add a healthy dollop of guac, and top with a shower of slaw. And tuck in!

**The original recipe called for just slices of avocado, but I think the guac works better. 

Photo and original recipe can be found here.