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Orange Lime Halibut Fish Tacos
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Orange Lime Halibut Fish Tacos
Citrus Marinade
Jalapeño-Lime Sour Cream
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Instructions
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In a small bowl, mix ingredients for the marinade.
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Place fish fillets in a zip top bag and pour ¾ of the marinade over the fish. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
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In another bowl, combine the ingredients for the jalapeno-lime sour cream. Place in the fridge until ready to serve.
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Heat grill to medium high, drizzle fish with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
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Grill fish for 2-5 minutes per side, then chop into bite-size pieces.
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Grill or pan-warm tortillas. Lay warmed tortillas out and top with fish. Add sour cream mixture, and top with any other toppings of your choice.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor 🍊Combine orange juice, lime juice, garlic, and oregano and marinate halibut for 15-30 minutes before cooking to deeply infuse the citrus flavors without over-marinating, which can break down delicate fish flesh.
- Pat Fish Dry for Perfect Searing 💧Always pat halibut fillets completely dry with paper towels before cooking to create a golden crust and prevent steaming, which keeps the exterior crispy and the interior tender.
- Make Jalapeño Crema in Advance 🌶️Prepare the sour cream sauce 2-3 hours ahead and refrigerate to allow the jalapeño heat and flavors to mellow and marry together for a perfectly balanced, creamy condiment.
- Zest Citrus Fresh, Not Juice 🫒Add orange zest at the very end as a bright garnish rather than cooking it into the marinade to preserve its fragrant oils and vibrant flavor that gets lost with heat.
- Cook Fish at Exact Temperature 🌡️Cook halibut to 145°F internal temperature (about 10-12 minutes depending on thickness) to achieve perfectly opaque, flaky flesh that remains moist and tender without drying out.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
High Protein
Low Carb
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