rockfish tacos

The favorite fish of Alaskans makes a beautiful taco: flaky, tender, and delicious.

Alaska Rockfish Tacos

cabbage (preferably Napa)

onion

jalapeno pepper

cider or rice wine vinegar

salt and pepper (to taste)

corn tortillas

fish

cumin

chili powder

garlic (finely minced)

lime juice

avocado

cilantro leaves

Lime wedges

Tomatillo or regular salsa

Sour cream

Toss the cabbage, onion and jalapeno with the vinegar and 2 teaspoons of the oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.  Set aside.

Heat a large dry skillet over medium high heat.  Heat the torillas one at a time, cooking for about 30 to 60 seconds on each side, until it is browned in spots and smells slightly toasty.  Stack the tortillas on a plate as they are cooked, and repeat until all of the tortillsas have been toasted.  Set aside.

Sprinkle the pieces of fish all over with the cumin, chili powder, and salt and pepper.  Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in the large skillet over medium high heat. Add 1/3 of the fish and sauté until almost cooked through, turning it as needed, about 5 minutes in all.  The pieces may fall apart a little as you cook them; that’s perfectly fine. During the last minute of cooking each batch, add about 1/3 of the garlic and toss over the heat. Place the fish on a serving plate as it is cooked and sprinkle each batch with 1 teaspoon of the lime juice. Keep going, adding a bit more oil as needed, and then adding the fish to the same plate as it is cooked, until all of the fish is sautéed and sprinkled with juice.

Serve the fish with the toasted tortillas, cabbage slaw, and the toppings you like.  Let everyone assemble their own tacos.

Loaded with spices and topped with a flavor bursting corn mango salsa, these tacos made with rockfish are simple to prepare and super tasty.

Rockfish Tacos

lb rockfish

tsp chili powder

tsp cumin

paprika

tsp sea salt

garlic powder

tsp black pepper

olive oil

flour tortillas

lettuce or cabbage

mangoes, pitted,

corn,

pitted,

jalapeño,

red onion, diced

fresh cilantro, chopped

fresh basil, chopped

juice from 1 lime

First you want to grill or saute the corn. If using the grill, soak corn for 10 minutes. Wrap each in aluminum foil and grill 3-4 minutes per side. If sauteing, cut the corn off the cob and cook over medium-high heat in skillet for about 5 minutes or until corn starts to char.

In a medium bowl, toss together the mango, corn, avocado, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, basil and lime juice. Set aside.

In small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, garlic powder and black pepper. Rub the seasoning into the fish, making sure it&#39;s entirely coated.

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat in large skillet. Add fish to skillet and cook for 4 minutes per side or until done.

Heat the tortillas over medium heat in small skillet for 30 seconds on each side to make pliable. To serve, add cabbage or lettuce, fish and the corn mango salsa.

Grilled fish tacos are perfect for summer grilling. Grilled rockfish, quick pickled slaw, red pepper mango salsa, and spicy avocado dressing.

Grilled Fish Tacos

Monterey jack cheese (optional)

lb rockfish filet

onion powder

coriander

salt

avocado or olive oil

cedar plank

lime

hot sauce**

water***

mango

red pepper*, diced

sweet onion, diced

cilantro

red cabbage, shredded

apple cider vinegar

sugar

Soak your cedar plank in water for a...

Soak your cedar plank in water for a minimum of 30 minutes prior to use.

Thinly slice the cabbage into shreds. Place in...

Thinly slice the cabbage into shreds. Place in a medium size bowl along with vinegar, sugar, and salt, and toss to combine.

Do this first so that the brine has...

Do this first so that the brine has time to pickle the cabbage. Make sure to stir it once or twice as it rests.

Cut the mango, red pepper, onion, and cilantro...

Cut the mango, red pepper, onion, and cilantro into a small dice and place in a medium mixing bowl. Add the juice of 1/2 a lime and a pinch of salt. Mix to combine and let rest.

In a blender or food processor add the...

In a blender or food processor add the avocado, juice of 1/2 a lime, 1 tsp of hot sauce, and 1/4 cup of water. 

Puree, adding more water one tablespoon at a...

Puree, adding more water one tablespoon at a time until thin and drizzly like a dressing. Adjust hot sauce to taste.

Preheat grill to a medium-high heat.

In a small bowl make spice rub by...

In a small bowl make spice rub by combining together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, and salt.

Rub the olive oil on the top side...

Rub the olive oil on the top side of the cedar plank and the top side of the rockfish fillet. Sprinkle on 1/2 of the spice rub and rub in. 

Flip rockfish upside down onto the cedar plank...

Flip rockfish upside down onto the cedar plank so that the seasoned side is down. Oil the top of the rockfish, sprinkle on the remaining spice rub and rub in.

Place cedar plank in the center of your...

Place cedar plank in the center of your preheated grill. Close the top and grill for 10 - 15 minutes or until the fish reaches an internal temperature of 135 - 145 degrees. 

Remove rockfish and cedar plank from the grill...

Remove rockfish and cedar plank from the grill and allow the fish to rest for about 5 minutes. You can serve the fish directly from the cedar plank, but watch out for dribbles as the planks have a tendency to warp. 

If desired, heat your tortillas directly on the...

If desired, heat your tortillas directly on the still hot grill. Turn them after a few seconds to prevent burning. 

Assemble the tacos in any way you choose!!...

Assemble the tacos in any way you choose!! I like mine with a little bit of everything and an extra sprinkle of cilantro.

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