Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 pound

tilapia fillets

2 tbsp

lime juice

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

ground black pepper

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

paprika

1 unit

cooking spray

0.5 cup

plain fat-free yogurt

2 tbsp

lime juice

1.5 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

1.5 tsp

canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

16 unit

corn tortillas

2 cup

shredded cabbage

shredded

1 cup

shredded Monterey Jack cheese

shredded

1 unit

tomato

chopped

1 unit

avocado

peeled, pitted, and sliced

0.5 cup

salsa

2 unit

green onions

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Rub tilapia fillets with 2 tablespoons lime juice and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 2
~4 min

Spray both sides of each fillet with cooking spray.

Step 3
~4 min

Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 4
~4 min

Combine yogurt, 2 tablespoons lime juice, cilantro, and chipotle pepper in a blender.

Step 5
~4 min

Pulse until sauce is well blended. Set aside.

Step 6
~4 min

Grill tilapia on preheated grill until fish is easily flaked with a fork, about 5 minutes on each side.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat each corn tortilla in a skillet over medium-low heat until warm, about 1 minute.

Step 8
~4 min

Divide grilled fish evenly over corn tortillas.

Step 9
~4 min

Serve with cilantro-lime sauce, cabbage, Monterey Jack cheese, tomato, avocado, salsa, and green onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate tilapia for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.

Use a cast-iron skillet for warming tortillas for a more authentic taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cilantro-lime sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Mexican rice and beans.

Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and restaurant dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
party
game day

Popularity Score

70/100

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