Monday, May 18, 2009

Grilled Fish Tacos


Here's a tasty little number I came up with: grilled fish tacos. Hubby and I love mexican food, and eating lighter is on our agenda these days with a beach vacation coming up. So here is my lightened-up version of fish tacos. Instead of fried fish, it's grilled. Instead of creamy sauce, use some guacamole. And those fiber-packed tortillas really aren't that bad! Spicy, tangy, creamy, delicious.



Grilled Fish Tacos

4-6 soft taco tortillas (the high-fiber ones are actually good)
1/2 lb. tilapia filets
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon fajita seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (if your seasoning blends contain no salt)
Salsa
Guacamole
Fat free sour cream
Shredded cheese (recommended: cheddar jack)
Cilantro


Heat your outdoor grill, george foreman, or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat. Spray with cooking spray or olive oil.

Meanwhile, cut your tilapia filets into 2" by 1" chunks. In a small bowl, combine the cajun seasoning, fajita seasoning, pepper, and salt. Sprinkle half of the seasoning mixiture over the fish chunks.

When the grill is heated, use tongs to place the fish on the heat, seasoned-side-down. Apply the other half of the seasoning to the tops of the fish. Grill for 4-5 minutes on each side. You will know that the fish is ready to turn over when the fish releasesz easily from the grill, and you see nice golden brown grill marks on it.

Serve the fish with the tortillas and your favorite toppings. Makes about 2 servings.


10 comments:

Cathy said...

I actually prefer grilled fish tacos over fried! These look delicious!

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness these look good! I love fish tacos, but I've never made them myself. Looks like I need to try it out!

Jessica said...

I still have not tried fish tacos! But I really think I am going to have try them after this! Yum.

Anonymous said...

Yum I love fish tacos! Yours look delish!

Anonymous said...

Those look PERFECTLY grilled and asolutely delicious!!!

Kerstin said...

I love the combo of spicy fish with creamy avocado - they look delicious! And pretty healthy :)

The Tipsy Hostess said...

Wow, those look so good! We've been trying to eat lighter too, we'll have to give these a try!

Kristen said...

now see I just would never think to put fish in tacos - I'll have to try that sometime!

Anonymous said...

I actually have never had fish tacos, but this looks like a great recipe!

What's Cookin Chicago said...

This looks delicious and a great way to use tilapia!

 

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