Coconut Lime Grilled Fish Tacos (Printable Version)

Grilled white fish with coconut lime marinade, topped with fresh slaw and creamy citrus crema in warm tortillas.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish & Marinade

01 - 1.5 pounds white fish fillets (cod, mahi-mahi, or tilapia)
02 - 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat or light)
03 - Zest and juice of 2 limes
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Slaw

10 - 2 cups shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 cup shredded carrots
12 - 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
13 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
15 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Coconut Lime Crema

16 - 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
17 - 2 tablespoons coconut milk
18 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
19 - 0.5 teaspoon lime zest
20 - Pinch salt

→ Assembly

21 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
22 - Lime wedges, for serving
23 - Extra cilantro, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Combine coconut milk, lime zest and juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Add fish fillets and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, toss shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt until well coated. Set aside to allow flavors to develop.
03 - Whisk sour cream or Greek yogurt, coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove fish from marinade and grill 3 to 4 minutes per side until opaque and easily flakes with a fork. Let rest briefly, then break into large chunks.
05 - Place generous portions of grilled fish in warmed tortillas. Top with slaw, drizzle with coconut lime crema, and garnish with extra cilantro and fresh lime wedges. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Deliciously fresh flavor from the tropical coconut and bright lime marinade.
  • Easy preparation with a short marinating and quick grilling time.
  • Versatile dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a weeknight meal.
  • Pescatarian-friendly and easily adapted for dairy-free diets.
02 -
  • Use firm white fish that holds together well on the grill like mahi-mahi or cod.
  • Warm tortillas just before assembling to make them pliable and flavorful.
  • Let the fish rest briefly after grilling to retain juiciness before breaking into chunks.
  • Customize the slaw with extra herbs or add a touch of honey to balance the acidity if desired.
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