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Grilled Tilapia Tacos

Grilled Tilapia Tacos on a plate with cabbage, limes and avocado
  • Serves:  6
  • Prep Time:  45 min
  • Cook Time:  15 min

Ingredients

  • 1 large white onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro, plus more for serving
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
  • 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice, (from 2-3 limes)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice, (from 1 orange)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 ½ pounds tilapia, skin removed
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon milk, optional
  • 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas

For Serving (Optional)

  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 2 avocados, pitted, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde
  • Lime wedges

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup of the chopped onion, cilantro, olive oil, 3 tablespoons of the lime juice, orange juice, garlic, and oregano until combined.

  2. Sprinkle the tilapia all over with the salt and pepper.

  3. Spread half of the onion mixture in the bottom of a small baking dish. Place the tilapia on top of the onion mixture. Spoon the remaining onion mixture over the tilapia. Cover and chill, refrigerated for 30 minutes.

  4. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk (if using), and remaining 2 tablespoons of the lime juice.

  5. Preheat the grill on medium-high. Brush the grates with olive oil. Remove the tilapia from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the tilapia on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until the fish easily flakes with a fork. Transfer to a serving platter. Using a fork, gently flake the tilapia into bite sized pieces.

  6. Meanwhile grill the tortillas until slightly charred, about 10 seconds per side.

  7. Divide the tilapia between the tortillas. Top evenly with shredded cabbage, avocado, salsa verde, remaining chopped onion and cilantro. Drizzle the mayonnaise mixture. Serve warm with lime wedges alongside.