Charred Alaska Halibut Tacos with Cilantro Pesto
Pesto isn’t just for pasta! This zesty cilantro and parsley pesto is a mouthwatering accompaniment to grilled halibut tacos.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Pesto:
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 1 bunch flat leaf parsley
- 1 jalapeño minced
- 1/4 cup toasted Pepitas pumpkin seeds
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tacos:
- 1 lb Alaska Halibut fillets
- Olive oil
- 8 small 4-inch corn tortillas
- 1/2 head red cabbage finely shaved
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Make the pesto Combine all pesto ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend. Drizzle in more olive oil or water, if needed, until you get a salsa-like consistency. Season to taste with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Step 2: Grill the halibut Heat grill to medium-high heat (400F). Brush Alaska halibut and grill surface with oil; grill 5-7 inches from heat for about 8 minutes, turning once during cooking. Cook just until fish is opaque throughout. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Assemble tacos Char tortillas on grill or grill pan. Top each taco with a big pinch of shaved red cabbage. Break halibut into chunks and distribute evenly between tortillas. Top with a generous spoonful of pesto, a sprinkle of extra cotija cheese, and a lime wedge.
- Cook’s tip: Alaska halibut can also be sautéed, roasted or broiled, cooking just until opaque throughout.
Notes
Recipe courtesy Natalie Kahn of Valencia, California.From: https://www.alaskaseafood.org/recipe/charred-alaska-halibut-tacos-with-cilantro-pesto/ Recipe and image courtesy of www.alaskaseafood.org
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