Island Style" Fish Tacos Recipe

Name: Island Style" Fish Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh fish, in 2 oz strips (Ahi, Ono or Mahimahi); olive oil; fresh herb, garlic, salt & pepper; flour tortilla (fajita size); Salsa Fresca; Combine or blend the following 1 hour before serving; 1 large ripe tomatoes, Finely Diced; 1/4 round onion, Diced; 1 tablespoon cilantro, Minced; 1 large garlic clove, Crushed; 1/2 green bell pepper, Minced; chili flakes, Pinch; lemon juice; salt & pepper; Creamy Garlic Dressing; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 3 garlic cloves, Peeled; 1/2 cup parsley, Minced (Italian); 1 medium round onion, Diced; 1 tablespoon mustard; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh fish, in 2 oz strips (Ahi, Ono or Mahimahi)
olive oil
fresh herb, garlic, salt & pepper
flour tortilla (fajita size)
Salsa Fresca
Combine or blend the following 1 hour before serving
1 large ripe tomatoes, Finely Diced
1/4 round onion, Diced
1 tablespoon cilantro, Minced
1 large garlic clove, Crushed
1/2 green bell pepper, Minced
chili flakes, Pinch
lemon juice
salt & pepper
Creamy Garlic Dressing
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 garlic cloves, Peeled
1/2 cup parsley, Minced (Italian)
1 medium round onion, Diced
1 tablespoon mustard
salt & pepper

1
Marinate fish in herbs and garlic for 1 hour before grilling.
2
Combine or blend the Salsa Fresca ingredients 1 hour before serving:
3
Combine the Dressing ingredients in blender until creamy 1 hour before serving.
4
To assemble:
5
Grill strips of fresh marinated fish until medium done, reserve.
6
Warm tortillas by grilling or steaming. Place a bed of lettuce or your favorite greens (cabbage) on tortilla. Top with grilled fish, creamy garlic dressing and salsa fresca.
7
Garnish with cilantro and a lime wedge.
8
Serve immediately. Enjoy!

589

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fresh fish, in 2 oz strips (Ahi, Ono or Mahimahi), olive oil, fresh herb, garlic, salt & pepper, flour tortilla (fajita size), and more.

Yes, Island Style" Fish Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Island Style" Fish Tacos

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Variations & substitutions

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