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These grilled Fish Tacos for kids are an easy, super satisfying fast dinner option. Stuffed full of freshly sliced vegetables and tender strips of grilled fish and topped with a deliciously creamy fish taco sauce and a squeeze of fresh lemon. OMG Yum!!
Kid Friendly Fish Tacos
We are super lucky to live close to an amazing fishing spot. And I happen to be married to a man who loves to fish. So during the Summer months out freezer is kept full of fresh fish fillets. However…..
Getting the kids to eat fish, or more fish than they used to wasn’t all that easy. I’m often asked by Moms how to get their kids to eat more fish and the truth is, or it was for me, it was hard.
Fish was something that we had occasionally and it was usually turned into fish fingers to be honest. So I needed to come up with something not a million miles from foods they ate already, just turned into fishy versions!
I have a few trusty recipes that we tend to eat on repeat. These grilled fish tacos are a regular on our family table these days. Using white fish means they are very mild and kid friendly, and now? The kids love them, they’re Clean and we eat them lots :)
They are super quick to pull together and can feed a crowd without too much of a fuss.
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More Fish Recipes
- Easy Lemon baked butter fish
- Homemade any-day fish fingers
- Salmon patties for kids
- Smoked salmon and eggs
- Salmon Bulger wheat stir fry
The Best Fish For Tacos
The best fish to use in these Tacos is the one your kids will eat! I’ve used various fish to make these in the past: Cod, Tilapia and Haddock. If you’re using Haddock I recommend you find one that’s not been smoked or dyed bright yellow :) Finding this can be easier said than done so use what’s local and available to you.
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How To Grill Fish For Tacos
Grilling your fish for Tacos is simple.
I usually use a tiny bit of olive oil to fry the fish, you can also use butter if you prefer. I think flaky fish is best for these, lightly cooked through and seasoned.
I use a medium-high heat to grill fish fillets. Cooking them on a high heat works because they’re not too thick and so they cook quickly while getting the crispy bits of the outside. Yum!
Kid Friendly Soft Tacos
I’m not going to boast, OK, so maybe I will.
These two ingredient tortillas are AMAZING!! Quick, easy and you most probably have the ingredients in your kitchen right now. Get the recipe here.
Easy Fish Taco Sauce
Similar to Tzatziki sauce, but without the crunch. This smooth and creamy fish taco sauce is enough for 6 tacos, so double up as needed.
I’ve kept this Taco sauce straight forward and good for even the fussiest eaters but if yours are a little more food adventurous you could think about adding some chilli powder for a bit of a kick or cumin for less of a kick!
Coleslaw or Chopped Veggies For Tacos
If I can find a coleslaw I like then I’m happy to but this from the supermarket. If I can’t find one that’s Clean enough then I simply chop some veggies to put in the kids Tacos.
If I’m chopping vegetables I might use: Cabbage, cilantro, carrot or even some avocado. Red onion, tomato and lettuce all work well in these too.
Make Ahead Tacos
Because these Tacos are a ‘put them together yourself’ kinda thing, I prefer to cook the fish right when we’re going to eat them so it’s fresh. That said you can and I often do, make the Taco sauce up before hand and have it ready in the fridge ready to go.
The coleslaw can also be either made up ahead of time or cut your vegetables and keep them in the fridge. You can then get everything out on the table and get the kids sitting while you grill the fish.
What To Serve With Tacos
Serving Tacos is a pretty simple affair. You can serve them with a lime wedge, some hot sauce or salsa if your kids like it.
How To Make Grilled Fish Tacos For Kids
Ingredients
- 4 White Fish Fillets
- 4 Soft tortillas Or 8 x small tortillas
- 2 Cups Fresh coleslaw Or finely shredded vegetables or salad
Fish Taco Sauce
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsps Olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Lemon or lime juice
- ½ tsp Crushed garlic (or garlic powder)
- Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper To taste
Instructions
- Heat a pan on the stove. Add a teaspoon of olive oil and lightly fry your fish fillets until golden on each side. Season with salt and pepper and set aside
- Warm your tortillas in the oven (or microwave). Wrap them in parchment paper to prevent them drying out
- Prepare your shredded salad
- Make up the fish sauce by mixing all fish sauce ingredients together in a bowl
- Assemble your fish taco: Add a handful of vegetables to your tortilla, grilled fish fillet and a teaspoon (or more) of sauce. Serve immediately
Grilled Fish Tacos Recipe
Grilled Fish Tacos For Kids
Ingredients
- 4 White Fish Fillets
- 4 Soft tortillas Or 8 x small tortillas
- 2 Cups Fresh coleslaw Or finely shredded vegetables or salad
Fish Taco Sauce
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsps Olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Lemon or lime juice
- ½ tsp Crushed garlic
- Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper To taste
Instructions
- Heat a pan on the stove. Add a teaspoon of olive oil and lightly fry your fish fillets until golden on each side. Season with salt and pepper and set aside
- Warm your tortillas in the oven (or microwave). Wrap them in parchment paper to prevent them drying out
- Prepare your shredded salad
- Make up the fish sauce by mixing all fish sauce ingredients together in a bowl
- Assemble your fish taco: Add a handful of vegetables to your tortilla, grilled fish fillet and a teaspoon (or more) of sauce. Serve immediately
