Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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5
servings
1.5 pound

Mahi Mahi

skin removed

0.5 tsp

Sea Salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

Black Pepper

freshly ground, to taste

1 unit

Lime

fresh

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

for grilling

8 unit

Flour Tortillas

8-inch

1 unit

Salsa Verde

homemade or store-bought

1 unit

Avocado

sliced

1.5 pound

Tomatillos

husked and rinsed

1 tbsp

Lime Juice

freshly squeezed

0.5 cup

White Onion

finely chopped

0.5 cup

Cilantro

chopped

2 unit

Jalapeno Peppers

stemmed, seeded, chopped

0.25 tsp

Sugar

granulated

Step 1
~1 min

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2
~1 min

Cut the fish into 1-inch strips.

Step 3
~1 min

Season the fish with salt and pepper.

Step 4
~1 min

Sprinkle the fish with lime juice.

Step 5
~1 min

Grease the grill with oil to prevent sticking.

Step 6
~1 min

Place the fish on the grill and cook for 3 minutes on each side.

Step 7
~1 min

Turn the fish carefully with tongs.

Step 8
~1 min

Warm the flour tortillas on the cooler edges of the grill.

Step 9
~1 min

Transfer the warmed tortillas to a plate lined with a kitchen towel.

Step 10
~1 min

Fold the edges of the towel over the tortillas to keep them warm.

Step 11
~1 min

To assemble the fajitas, divide the fish among the tortillas.

Step 12
~1 min

Top the fish with salsa verde and avocado slices.

Step 13
~1 min

Squeeze lime juice over the avocado.

Step 14
~1 min

Roll up the tortillas and serve.

Step 15
~1 min

Remove papery husks from tomatillos and rinse well.

Step 16
~1 min

Cut tomatillos in half and place cut side down on a foil-lined baking sheet.

Step 17
~1 min

Broil for 5 to 7 minutes to lightly blacken the skin.

Step 18
~1 min

Place tomatillos, lime juice, onions, cilantro, jalapeno peppers, and sugar in a food processor.

Step 19
~1 min

Pulse until all ingredients are finely chopped and mixed.

Step 20
~1 min

Season the salsa to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 21
~1 min

Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 22
~1 min

Serve the salsa with chips or as an accompaniment to Mexican dishes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the fish in lime juice and spices for extra flavor.

Use a grill basket to prevent the fish from sticking.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Salsa verde can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and beans

Garnish with sour cream or Greek yogurt

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Black beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Fajitas are a popular Tex-Mex dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Summer grilling
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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