For a smokier flavor, add a few wood chips to your grill. If you don't have chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, a pinch of chipotle powder will work in the crema. The slaw can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Feel free to substitute other types of fish, such as tilapia or cod, for the catfish. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the fish seasoning or the crema.
Grilled Catfish Tacos
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS6
Elevate your taco night with these vibrant and healthy Grilled Catfish Tacos! Flaky, perfectly seasoned catfish meets a zesty crema and a crunchy, refreshing slaw, all nestled in warm corn tortillas. A delightful explosion of flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate56 g
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Cholesterol91 mg
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Fiber11 g
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Protein27 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium692 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat33 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. (5 minutes)
02
StepRub catfish fillets with 1 tablespoon lime juice and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and coriander. Spray both sides of each fillet with cooking spray. (5 minutes)
03
StepGrill catfish on the preheated grill until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes on each side. Remove to a plate and keep warm. (10 minutes)
04
StepMake crema: Mix together sour cream, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, and chipotle peppers in a small bowl until well blended; set aside. (5 minutes)
05
StepMake slaw: Combine red cabbage, red onion, and ¼ cup chopped cilantro in a large bowl and squeeze 1 ½ tablespoons lime juice over the top. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; set aside. (10 minutes)
06
StepWrap corn tortillas in a damp paper towel. Heat in the microwave until warm, about 1 minute. (1 minute)
07
StepDivide grilled fish evenly over corn tortillas and serve with crema, slaw, Monterey Jack cheese, tomato, avocado, and green onions. (5 minutes)
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Cassandre Mann
Jul 1, 2025Next time, I'm going to try using tilapia instead of catfish. I think it would work well too.
Jeromy Mann
Jul 1, 2025This is my new go-to recipe for fish tacos. So easy to make and everyone loves them.
Harrison Ondricka
Jul 1, 2025The chipotle crema is the star of the show! I could eat that stuff with a spoon.
Catherine Cartwright
Jul 1, 2025These tacos are AMAZING! The slaw adds such a nice crunch and the crema is the perfect touch.
Antonio Dicki
Jul 1, 2025Don't skip the slaw! It really balances out the richness of the fish and crema.
Bartholome Torphy
Jun 30, 2025I love that this recipe uses grilled catfish instead of fried. It's so much healthier and tastes just as good!
Mathias Kozey
Jun 30, 2025Pro Tip: Use a cast iron skillet on the grill to cook the fish. It gets a nice sear!
Mozelle Kirlin
Jun 29, 2025I added a little bit of mango salsa to mine and it was delicious!