I’m a huge fan of tacos and fish … put them together and I am so satisfied! This dish was made for a group of writers at a Retreat in the Woods and it was quickly devoured (and if you click on this link you can find out future Retreats to the Waves and on the Rails). There is very little prep and your guests can make them their own way with plenty of fresh toppings. They are a meal unto themselves, or serve with a fresh salad, rice or black beans on the side. I had leftover quinoa and the nutty flavor complemented the cumin-lime seasoning perfectly.
The creamy avocado dressing has become a go-to for me, with slight spice variations depending on the ingredients of the main course. One of the writers told me that she could eat it with a spoon!
Serve with warm flour tortillas with your choice of fillings such as shredded cabbage/lettuce or spring mix, cilantro, roasted corn kernels, quinoa, black beans, avocado, green onions, sliced/diced jalapenos, grated cheese, hot sauce and sour cream.
Variations:
Instead of tacos, you could also serve the fish on a salad or over rice/quinoa.
Serve the fish immediately from the stove if you like it warm or let it sit for up to an hour at room temperature. Don’t microwave the leftovers or you will overcook the fish; reheat in a pan with a tablespoon of olive oil.
Fish Ingredients:
- 1 lb. firm white fish filets (I used petrale sole)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon tumeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Fish Directions:
- Place the filets in a single layer on a foil-lined cookie sheet.
- Mix all other ingredients in a bowl and pour over fish.
- Cover and marinate in the fridge for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Cook the fish for 10 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Using a slotted spatula, move the filets to a plate, breaking into 2 inch pieces.
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/2 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of honey or agave
- Drop or two of hot sauce
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
Dressing Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until creamy. Adjust seasonings to your personal preference: more orange juice if you want it less creamy, more hot sauce if you like a bit of a kick.
Serve as a buffet so folks can build the taco of their dreams!
Serves 4-6.
Vivo O Sonho 