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Easy Grilled Fish Tacos

These quick grilled fish tacos feature flaky white fish rubbed with homemade spices and served with a crunchy lime slaw.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 15, 2026
Easy Grilled Fish Tacos
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

Grilled fish tacos are one of my favorite dinners when the weather is nice. The smoky flavor from the grill pairs perfectly with tender tilapia or cod, making for a light meal that feels special but comes together in just half an hour.

I like to keep things simple with a quick homemade fajita seasoning rub and a fast cabbage slaw. The secret to success is making sure your grill is nice and hot so the fish gets a great sear without sticking to the grates.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound white fish like tilapia or cod
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Creamy taco sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your grill to medium high heat between 375 and 450 degrees.

  2. 2

    Pat the fish dry with a clean paper towel to ensure it does not stick.

  3. 3

    Rub the fish with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with salt, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Place the fish directly on the hot grill grates and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side.

  5. 5

    The fish is done when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, or reaches an internal temperature of 130 degrees.

  6. 6

    While the fish cooks, toss the shredded cabbage with fresh lime juice in a small bowl.

  7. 7

    Warm your tortillas on the grill for a few seconds before serving.

  8. 8

    Assemble the tacos by placing a piece of grilled fish in each tortilla and topping with the lime slaw and a drizzle of creamy taco sauce.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover fish in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Warm the tortillas on the grill or in a dry pan before serving to keep them soft and pliable. You can add a sprinkle of crumbled cotija or feta cheese if you enjoy a salty kick.

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