California-Style Grilled Fish Tacos on Arteflame

Introduction

These California-style grilled fish tacos burst with flavor, featuring lime, cumin, and paprika-seasoned fish fillets grilled to perfection. Using the Arteflame grill’s high-heat center grate for an incredible sear, this recipe locks in the juices while the flat cooktop ensures even cooking. Served in charred corn tortillas with a fresh slaw and creamy chipotle sauce, these tacos are a delicious, smoky delight.

Ingredients

• 4 firm white fish fillets (such as cod, mahi-mahi, or halibut)
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp butter
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cabbage (red and green mix)
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 jalapeño, sliced
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the napkins in the center of the grill and stack firewood over top.
3. Light the paper napkins and let the grill heat up for about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the fish

1. Pat fish fillets dry and season with lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Melt butter on the flat cooktop near the center where it's hottest.

Step 3: Grill the fish

1. Place fish on the center grill grate to sear for 1-2 minutes per side.
2. Move to the flat cooktop to continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 130F, then remove (it'll carry over to 145F).

Step 4: Make the slaw and sauce

1. Combine cabbage, cilantro, and red onion in a bowl.
2. In another bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, chipotle in adobo, and minced garlic.

Step 5: Char the tortillas

1. Place corn tortillas on the flat cooktop until they have slight char marks, flipping as needed.

Step 6: Assemble the tacos

1. Place grilled fish in tortillas.
2. Top with slaw, creamy chipotle sauce, sliced avocado, and jalapeños.
3. Serve with lime wedges.

Tips

• For an extra smoky flavor, use hickory or mesquite firewood.
• Let fish rest for a few minutes before assembling tacos.
• Control tortilla crispiness by adjusting how long you leave them on the grill.

Variations

1. Spicy Chipotle Tacos: Add extra chipotle and a dash of cayenne to the sauce for a fiery kick.
2. Garlic Lemon Tacos: Swap lime juice for lemon and add minced garlic to the marinade.
3. Coconut-Lime Tacos: Brush fish with coconut milk before grilling for a tropical twist.
4. Mango Salsa Tacos: Top tacos with fresh mango salsa for a sweet contrast.
5. Teriyaki Tacos: Marinate fish in teriyaki sauce and serve with sesame slaw.

Conclusion

California-style grilled fish tacos on the Arteflame grill bring out the best in smoky, charred seafood flavors with a crisp slaw and creamy chipotle sauce. The high-heat sear locks in the fish’s tenderness, while the even cooktop ensures perfection. Try these delicious tacos for your next grilling adventure!

Best pairings

• Grilled pineapple salsa
• Spicy black beans
• Crisp Mexican lager or a citrusy margarita
• Grilled street corn