
Easy Chili and Lime Fish Street Tacos Recipe
Easy chili and lime fish street tacos feature perfectly grilled tilapia fillets seasoned to perfection with bright lime juice and warming chili spices. These authentic street-style tacos showcase simple ingredients prepared with care to create maximum flavor impact. The combination of chili heat and lime brightness enhances the mild tilapia while the street taco format provides authentic Mexican street food experience in every bite.

These amazing fish tacos are made with tilapia fillets that are grilled and seasoned to perfection with lime juice and chili.
Ingredients
2 tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons lime juice, divided
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
16 (5 inch) corn tortillas
2 cups tomatillo salsa
1 avocado
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
Preheat grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
Rub tilapia fillets with 2 tablespoons lime juice and season with salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Brush both sides of each fillet with olive oil.
Grill tilapia on preheated grill until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes on each side.
Heat tortillas on an ungreased skillet over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 seconds. Turn and heat for another 5 to 10 seconds. Fill the heated tortillas with flaked tilapia. Top with tomatillo salsa, avocado, and sour cream. Sprinkle with cilantro and 1 tablespoon lime juice.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
506 | Calories |
24g | Fat |
58g | Carbs |
21g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 506 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 24g | 31% |
Saturated Fat 6g | 32% |
Cholesterol 33mg | 11% |
Sodium 1450mg | 63% |
Total Carbohydrate 58g | 21% |
Dietary Fiber 12g | 42% |
Total Sugars 5g | |
Protein 21g | 42% |
Vitamin C 13mg | 14% |
Calcium 175mg | 13% |
Iron 2mg | 13% |
Potassium 1106mg | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.