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    Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce

    Published: May 31, 2016 · Updated: Nov 9, 2022 by Maggie Unzueta

    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.

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    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, or Ensenada Fish Tacos.

    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!

    Table of Contents

    • 1 More Chipotle Recipes:
    • 2 More Grilling Recipes:
        • 2.0.1 Hungry for More?
    • 3 Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce
      • 3.1 Ingredients
      • 3.2 Instructions
      • 3.3 Nutrition
          • 3.3.0.1 Maggie Unzueta

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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.
    4.80 from 5 votes
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    Course: Dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 220kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • Olive Oil
    • 1 lb Fish deboned
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt divided
    • ¼ 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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    Maggie Unzueta
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    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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    1. The Southern Thing

      June 01, 2016 at 7:14 pm

      This is my kind of meal! Looks good!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 02, 2016 at 4:19 pm

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

        Reply
    2. Marlynn @ UrbanBlissLife

      June 01, 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 01, 2016 at 5:34 pm

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

        Reply
    3. Rhiannon

      June 01, 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. Kim @ Three Olives Branch

      June 01, 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 01, 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
    5. Kristen Kavan

      June 01, 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 01, 2016 at 5:33 pm

        That chipotle mayo is so yummy! Thank you. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Kamara

      June 01, 2016 at 8:50 am

      Ooh I love fish tacos – these look delicious and fairly light, too!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:52 pm

        Light and yummy. That’s what summer food is all about.

        Reply
    7. Taylor @ The Girl on Bloor

      June 01, 2016 at 7:45 am

      Delicious! I love fish tacos!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:52 pm

        Me too!

        Reply
    8. Christine - Jar Of Lemons

      May 31, 2016 at 8:51 pm

      Fish tacos have to be my most favorite thing ever! These look amazing!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 01, 2016 at 5:32 pm

        Thank you, fellow foodie! 😀

        Reply
    9. Denay DeGuzman

      May 31, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      I LOVE fish tacos!!! I enjoy them with fish that is grilled or lightly battered and fried. Your recipe puts a brand new spin on fish tacos. I look forward to enjoying your recipe this summer. 🙂

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 01, 2016 at 5:32 pm

        Don’t get me wrong. I love anything fried. Summer means swimsuits, though, and fried is not a good thing. So, grilled it is. 🙂

        Reply
    10. Elise

      May 31, 2016 at 6:51 pm

      I love fish tacos. I can’t wait to give these a try!

      – Elise

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:53 pm

        Hope you like them!

        Reply
    11. Vy

      May 31, 2016 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      What a simple and enjoyable recipe! who doesn’t enjoy a good fish taco in the warm weather?

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 01, 2016 at 5:31 pm

        My thoughts exactly. Fire up the grill! 😀

        Reply
    12. Cara

      May 31, 2016 at 5:05 pm

      Fish tacos are my favorite! These look amazing and that chipotle mayo sauce sounds great!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 01, 2016 at 5:31 pm

        Thank you! I love that chipotle sauce. I might make it tonight. So yummy!

        Reply
    13. Leah

      May 31, 2016 at 4:32 pm

      These sound and look delicous! I definitely need to have more of these in my life!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        May 31, 2016 at 5:03 pm

        Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Danielle

      May 31, 2016 at 4:10 pm

      4 stars
      Those tacos looks aweeeeeesome but i think its’ the mayo sauce that really got me excited about em. Can I get like 9 of these sent to me please??

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:53 pm

        Oh yeah, that mayo sauce is killer.

        Reply
    15. candy

      May 31, 2016 at 3:35 pm

      I love fish tacos, just wish the rest of the family did.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:54 pm

        Sounds like a taco party for one. 🙂

        Reply
    16. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

      May 31, 2016 at 3:20 pm

      Love fish tacos! We’re huge taco fans in our home.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        May 31, 2016 at 5:03 pm

        We love fish tacos too. I’m glad my son isn’t picky about it either. Although, he loves his fish sticks. 🙂

        Reply
    17. Jessica Bradshaw

      May 31, 2016 at 3:08 pm

      My husband will love this! I am not the biggest fish fan, but even this sounds yummy to me.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        May 31, 2016 at 5:02 pm

        I wasn’t a big fan of fish for a long time either, but now I can’t get enough of it. 🙂

        Reply
    18. Lauren

      May 31, 2016 at 2:10 pm

      I love fish tacos and these look awesome! Pinned for later!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        May 31, 2016 at 5:02 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    19. Lixa

      May 31, 2016 at 11:52 am

      This looks AMAZING BALLS! My family is big on Tacos, so they will be excited to try this!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:55 pm

        Your family is going to love this dish then.

        Reply
    20. Dreammerin

      May 31, 2016 at 11:22 am

      It looks so delicious! Cannot wait to try this! Thanks for posting!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 21, 2016 at 2:56 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
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