Tequila Lime Grilled Wahoo

Tequila Lime Grilled Wahoo

Smoky grilled wahoo gets a bright citrus lift from a quick tequila-lime marinade.

Total 45 min Makes 4 servings Calories 265/serving

Dietary

Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free

Allergens

Fish

Firm, mild wahoo steaks soak briefly in a tequila-lime marinade before hitting a hot grill for char and smoke. The short marinating time keeps the fish from turning mushy while still infusing bright citrus and agave notes. Serve with grilled vegetables or over rice for a light, warm-weather dinner.

Ingredients

  • 4 wahoo steaks or fillets, about 6 ounces each
  • 1/4 cup tequila
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon agave nectar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Method

  2. Add the wahoo steaks to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate, marinating for 20 to 30 minutes.

  3. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.

  4. Remove the wahoo from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and season both sides with salt and pepper.

  5. Grill the wahoo for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until the fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork.

  6. Transfer the wahoo to a platter and let rest for 2 minutes.

  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

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    Tequila Lime Grilled Wahoo

    Firm, mild wahoo steaks soak briefly in a tequila-lime marinade before hitting a hot grill for char and smoke. The short marinating time keeps the fish from turning mushy while still infusing bright citrus and agave notes. Serve with grilled vegetables or over rice for a light, warm-weather dinner.

    45 min 4 servings 265 cal

    Ingredients

    • 4 wahoo steaks or fillets, about 6 ounces each
    • 1/4 cup tequila
    • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon agave nectar
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon lime zest
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 3/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
    • 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
    • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

    Method

    1. 1

      In a shallow dish or zip-top bag, whisk together the tequila, lime juice, olive oil, agave nectar, garlic, lime zest, cumin, and chili powder.

    2. 2

      Add the wahoo steaks to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate, marinating for 20 to 30 minutes.

    3. 3

      Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.

    4. 4

      Remove the wahoo from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and season both sides with salt and pepper.

    5. 5

      Grill the wahoo for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until the fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork.

    6. 6

      Transfer the wahoo to a platter and let rest for 2 minutes.

    7. 7

      Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.