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Close-up of Mahi Mahi tacos with avocado, cabbage slaw, and creamy green sauce in golden corn tortillas.

Mahi Mahi Tacos recipe

These Mahi Mahi Tacos are light, fresh, and full of flavor. Tender, spiced fish is cooked quickly and topped with creamy slaw and avocado. Served in warm tortillas, this easy recipe makes a perfect meal for four—ready in under 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the fish:
  • 1 lb 450g Mahi Mahi fillets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
For the slaw:
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage mix of green and purple
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
For serving:
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Extra lime wedges
  • Optional: pickled onions cotija cheese, hot sauce

Method
 

  1. Season the fish: Mix spices with olive oil and lime juice. Rub over the Mahi Mahi fillets.
  2. Cook the fish: Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side until opaque and flaky.
  3. Make the slaw: Toss cabbage, cilantro, yogurt, lime juice, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side or until soft and warm.
  5. Assemble the tacos: Flake the fish and place in tortillas. Top with slaw, avocado, and any extras.