Save the Mammals, Fish Tacos are Amazing!

[swinchen]

Ok, I am not a fish person... but I went to a Mexican restaurant tonight and I saw someone eating something that looked SO tasty... so I asked the waitress and it turned out to be fish tacos. I almost didn't order it, but I am so glad I did! I used to be a chicken/beef fajitas guy... not anymore.

The soft taco shell was FILLED with chunks of Tilapia with a super crunchy fried coating (there were strange crunchy spheres in the coating I couldn't identify... but they were tasty) and roasted corn salsa and shredded fresh cabbage.

There was also a delicious texmex mayo like sauce drizzled over it.

I couldn't even believe how good it was. I don't really have a question, more or less just sharing my disbelief.

Sam

[sattie]

I discovered these little ditties last year while visiting the coast.... I had them at least 3 times at 3 different places... they were all soooo yummy and I am looking forward to going back in September!!!

[TATTRAT]

We frequent a great place, Baja Cantina, That does the BEST fish tacos.

People look at ya funny when you say, "Have you had a fish taco", but I love 'em!

Glad you enjoyed your experience!

[college_cook]

If you though tilapia tacos were good, you should try tacos using tuna, salmon, or halibut.

[love2"Q"]

i love a good fish taco ...
i prefer when the fish is halibut ...

[amber]

I have never tried a fish taco, but would love to. I love almost any fish and shellfish. What is the name of the restaurant Swinchen? I live in Maine also, so maybe we have that same restaurant in my location.

[swinchen]

Originally Posted by amber

I have never tried a fish taco, but would love to. I love almost any fish and shellfish. What is the name of the restaurant Swinchen? I live in Maine also, so maybe we have that same restaurant in my location.

Hi Amber.
The name of the restaurant is Margaritas. They have several locations in Maine: Margaritas Locations

I went to the one in Orono. mmmmm.

Sam.

[GrillingFool]

I am a recent convert to the nasty FISH...
and Tilapia, I have decided, is the perfect fish. You can do
anything with it.

So here is my Fish Taco recipe. I grilled instead of frying...
Tilapia or other fish filet

MARINADE:
1/2 Pale Ale beer (any will do)
Hot Shot Pepper Mix
Garlic Clove, minced
Dry Onion
Dry Garlic
Chili Powder
Cumin
1/2 Chipotle pepper in Adobe sauce, chopped
1/8 Cup Lime Juice

Combine, let sit few hours. Marinate fish for 1/2 hour or so.

Oil fish basket or grill grates. Grill fish on high heat, 3 minutes
on first side. Flip, grill till done.. flaky and/or just opaque.

Remove from grill, slice, make tacos.

TACO SECRET SAUCE 1

Guacamole
Green salsa
Canned Japaleno slices
Cilantro, fresh (strong flavor, use sparingly at first)

Combine guacamole, green salsa, japaleno to taste & Cilantro.
Blend till smoothish.

TOPPINGS:
Shredded cabbage... toss with 1 TBSP Cider Vinegar and salt first.
(you have to have this!)

Green onions, sliced
Secret Sauce
Cheddar Cheese.

[Barb L.]

Thanks GrillingFool, sounds yummy - a must try !

[amber]

Originally Posted by swinchen

Hi Amber.
The name of the restaurant is Margaritas. They have several locations in Maine: Margaritas Locations

I went to the one in Orono. mmmmm.

Sam.

I've been to Margarita's in Orono several times. Thanks for the info! Pepino's is another good mexican restaurant, though I dont think they have fish tacos.