Enjoy a delightful meal with these soft mahi mahi tacos topped with a zesty ginger lime dressing. The tender and flavorful fish is perfectly complemented by the tangy and refreshing dressing. This easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious taco dish!
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh mahi mahi fillets
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
- Pat dry the mahi mahi fillets with a paper towel, then rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the fillets.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and gently rub it in.
- Place the fillets on the preheated grill and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- While the fish is grilling, warm up the flour tortillas on the grill or in a heated skillet for a few seconds on each side.
- In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form the ginger lime dressing.
- Once the fish is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Then, flake the fish into bite-sized pieces.
- To assemble the tacos, place a spoonful of shredded lettuce on each tortilla, followed by a scoop of the flaked mahi mahi.
- Top with diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and sliced jalapenos if desired.
- Drizzle the ginger lime dressing over the toppings.
- Serve the soft mahi mahi tacos immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Mahi mahi, also known as dolphinfish, is a popular fish in coastal regions of the United States.
The ginger lime dressing adds a refreshing and tangy twist to the tacos.
These tacos are a great choice for seafood lovers and those looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.