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Mexican Style Fish Tacos

Enjoy healthy Mexican fish tacos made with delicious Mahi Mahi.
Prep Time30 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Mexican
Author: Rebecca Forstadt Olkowski

Materials

  • 3 Tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 lemon squeezed
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • ½ tsp Chili Powder
  • 3 clove of garlic minced
  • 1 lb grilled Mahi Mahi, cod, salmon or other firm textured fish Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper thinly sliced
  • ]1 onion sliced
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • Pico Di Gallo or salsa
  • 1 large Avocado peeled and thinly sliced.
  • 6 soft tortillas 2 per person
  • cilantro chopped optional

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine 2 Tbsp of oil, lemon juice, cumin, chili powder, and garlic. Mix well.
  • Stir in the cut-up fish and marinate for 20 minutes.
  • In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 Tbsp of oil and sauté the onion and bell pepper over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes or until tender but not brown.
  • In the last minute of sautéing, add the shredded cabbage. (set aside)
  • Add the fish mixture to the same skillet and cook for about 4 minutes; set aside.
  • Warm the soft tortillas gently on the stovetop or in a pan until slightly browned.
  • Place each tortilla on a plate and scoop a portion of the cooked fish and vegetables on top of it.
  • Top with Pico Di Gallo (or salsa) and avocado slices.
  • Sprinkle with chopped cilantro if desired.
  • Serve with lime slices