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    Home » Recipes » Seafood » Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce

    Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce

    Last Updated November 9, 2022. Originally Posted May 31, 2016 By Maggie Unzueta

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    A healthy alternative to the more traditional version of this dish. Grilled fish tacos are perfect for outdoor entertaining. Top them off with a spicy and flavorful chipotle mayo sauce that everyone will enjoy.
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    Grilled Fish Tacos

    The other day, we were out boating, and we needed to refill the tank. We started talking to the gas guy, and somewhere in the conversation he gave us yellowtail. Big time score! We divided the pieces in between all of us on the boat. Not sure what everyone else made with their “catch of the day,” but I made Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce.

    Grilled Fish Tacos close up

    When the hubs first moved to San Diego, we would go to Mexico each week to celebrate Taco Tuesday. It felt like we were on vacation even though we were only 15 minutes away from home. The problem with eating tacos in Mexico is that they are not figure friendly. I’m sure you’ve seen the traditional version of fish tacos – breaded, fried goodness. Here, I’m making GRILLED fish tacos. They will keep me in a swimsuit longer without scaring the other boaters. Plus, it’s grilling season. Any excuse to grill is a good excuse. Grilling fish can be tricky though. First, you have to debone the fish with tweezers. I prefer to use a Grill Plank Saver so I can reuse the planks, or invest in a good Fish Spatula. Once the fish is opaque around the edges, the skin is crispy, and it moves easily, that baby is ready to eat!

    Grilled Fish Tacos with mayo sauce and tomato


    Food is like life, you gotta live it with a little spice. 😉 That’s why… chipotle mayo sauce! If you’re not into mayo, go with Greek yogurt. I don’t go overboard with the chipotle either. I’m looking for flavor on my tacos, not a mouth-on-fire hot. A little chipotle goes a LONG way here.

    Note: You can use whatever white fish you like – cod, bass, sole, even tuna. Cheers to eating more yummy fish!

    Grilled Fish Tacos with mayo sauce and tomato

     

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    Grilled Fish Tacos - Healthy, full of amazing Mexican flavors, and so delicious - by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce

    A healthy alternative to the more traditional version of this dish. Grilled fish tacos are perfect for outdoor entertaining. Top them off with a spicy and flavorful chipotle mayo sauce that everyone will enjoy.
    4 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 220kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • Olive Oil
    • 1 lb Fish deboned
    • 1/4 teaspoon Salt divided
    • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper divided
    • 4 teaspoons Ground Cumin divided
    • 4 teaspoons Ground Oregano divided
    • Corn Tortillas
    • Spinach or Lettuce Optional
    • Tomatoes Optional
    • For Chipotle Mayo Sauce:
    • ¼ cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt
    • Juice of 1 Lemon
    • ½ Chipotle Pepper minced

    Instructions

    • Fire up the grill to 375 degrees F, or medium-hot heat
    • Oil the grill liberally with olive oil.
    • Be careful to remove all the bones from the fish.
    • Season the fish with half the salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano on both sides.
    • Cook 4-5 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness of the fish.
    • In the meantime, in a small bowl, add mayonnaise (or Greek Yogurt, if using), lemon juice, chipotle and remaining salt, pepper, cumin, oregano.
    • Mix together and set aside.
    • Heat up corn tortillas and top with grilled fish, chipotle mayo sauce, spinach, and tomatoes.
    • EnjoY!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 403mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2.7mg
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    Grilled Fish Tacos photo collage

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    Filed Under: Seafood

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Kristen Kavan

      June 1, 2016 at 12:30 pm

      5 stars
      fish tacos are my fav! If they are on a menu, I order them every time! I love your addition of the chipotle mayo! These look great!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 1, 2016 at 5:33 pm

        That chipotle mayo is so yummy! Thank you. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Kim @ Three Olives Branch

      June 1, 2016 at 2:50 pm

      I LOVE tacos! Hubby is a huge seafood fan, he would be so happy to have these 🙂

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 1, 2016 at 5:34 pm

        You should make them for him! He would love you for them. That’s probably why my husband stays with me… he’s afraid to go hungry. LOL. Hope you give these a try. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Rhiannon

      June 1, 2016 at 3:03 pm

      5 stars
      Time to send the hubby on a deep sea fishing day trip on the Monterey Bay to get some fresh rock cod…

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:52 pm

        Lol. That’s awesome. I haven’t been to Monterey Bay in years. So beautiful!

        Reply
    4. Marlynn @ UrbanBlissLife

      June 1, 2016 at 4:14 pm

      I love fish tacos, but am not a fan of chipotle but I would totally make the rest of the recipe as is because these tacos look amazing!!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 1, 2016 at 5:34 pm

        With or without chipotle, these tacos are so yummy. Hope you try them! 🙂

        Reply
    5. The Southern Thing

      June 1, 2016 at 7:14 pm

      This is my kind of meal! Looks good!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 2, 2016 at 4:19 pm

        Thanks! It’s my kind of meal too. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Jenna

      June 2, 2016 at 6:42 am

      I’m totally jealous that you guys used to experience authentic taco Tuesday every week! Worth it being a little diet busting I’m sure. These fish tacos look really yummy and perfectly light for the summer. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 19, 2016 at 1:30 pm

        Thank you! Summer eats are the best.

        Reply
    7. Madeline

      June 2, 2016 at 8:32 am

      I LOVE fish tacos. That chipotle mayo sauce sounds to die for!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 2, 2016 at 4:20 pm

        It so is. Love that chipotle mayo sauce.

        Reply
    8. Renee @ The Good Hearted Woman

      June 2, 2016 at 9:13 am

      Fish tacos are a staple in our pescatarian-heavy household. They are so easy to make, and easy on the budget too. These looked great!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 2, 2016 at 4:21 pm

        Can’t have enough budget friendly meals. I went to the grocery store today and nearly passed out at the checkout line. 🙁

        Reply
    9. Ruthie Ridley

      June 2, 2016 at 12:20 pm

      I love fish tacos! And the chipotle mayo sauce sounds amazing!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 19, 2016 at 1:30 pm

        The chipotle mayo is SO good. 🙂

        Reply
    10. Cassandra

      June 3, 2016 at 6:11 am

      Fish tacos are my favorite and these look so good!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 3, 2016 at 12:07 pm

        Thank you. 🙂

        Reply
    11. Hannah Adkins

      June 4, 2016 at 4:57 am

      This looks super good, and sounds perfect for the summer! I love that you added the chipotle mayo, I bet it tastes amazing on the fish taco.

      Reply
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