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Grilled Fish Tacos with Pickled Red Onions
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Pickled Red Onions:
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Add the sliced red onions and let them sit for at least 30 minutes to pickle.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Brush the fish fillets with the spice mixture.
- Grill the fish for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
- While the fish is resting, warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side.
- To assemble the tacos, place a portion of grilled fish on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, pickled red onions, chopped cilantro, and a few slices of avocado. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious grilled fish tacos with tangy pickled red onions!
Grilled fish tacos with pickled red onions have a rich history rooted in the coastal regions of Mexico. This dish is a fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and modern culinary techniques. Chefs like Rick Bayless and Aaron Sanchez have popularized this dish in their restaurants, infusing it with their own unique twists. The tangy and vibrant pickled red onions add a zesty kick to the smoky grilled fish, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in coastal towns like Ensenada, where fresh fish is abundant. The key to perfecting this dish lies in the quality of the fish and the pickling process of the onions.
30 min
4
320 calories
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