Ingredients
Marinated Fish:
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¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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2 teaspoons lime zest
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 ½ teaspoons honey
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1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
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1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
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½ teaspoon cumin
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½ teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into chunks
Dressing:
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1 (8 ounce) container light sour cream
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½ cup adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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2 teaspoons lime zest
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½ teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
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¼ teaspoon cumin
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¼ teaspoon chili powder
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salt and pepper to taste
Assembly:
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1 (10 ounce) package tortillas
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3 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
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1 small head cabbage, cored and shredded
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1 bunch cilantro, chopped
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2 limes, cut in wedges
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Prepare marinated fish: Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, honey, seafood seasoning, hot pepper sauce, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper together in a bowl until blended. Place tilapia in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the fish; cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.
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Make the dressing: Combine sour cream and adobo sauce in a bowl. Stir in lime juice, lime zest, seafood seasoning, cumin, and chili powder. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
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Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Set the grate 4 inches from the heat.
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Remove fish from the marinade, drain off any excess and discard the marinade. Grill fish pieces until easily flaked with a fork, turning once, about 9 minutes.
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Assemble tacos: Place fish pieces in the center of tortillas with desired amounts of tomatoes, cabbage, and cilantro; drizzle with dressing.
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To serve, roll up tortillas around fillings, and garnish with lime wedges.
Recipe Tips
You can substitute mahi mahi for tilapia.
To bake fish, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 9 to 11 minutes. Assemble tacos according to directions.
Editor's Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
416 | Calories |
19g | Fat |
39g | Carbs |
23g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 416 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 19g | 25% |
Saturated Fat 5g | 27% |
Cholesterol 43mg | 14% |
Sodium 644mg | 28% |
Total Carbohydrate 39g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber 6g | 21% |
Total Sugars 7g | |
Protein 23g | 45% |
Vitamin C 55mg | 61% |
Calcium 189mg | 15% |
Iron 3mg | 16% |
Potassium 751mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.