Recipes

Grilled Bass Tacos with Avocado Crema

January 05, 2025 / alabama / bass / freshwater

The smoky grilled fish pairs perfectly with a creamy avocado crema and zesty toppings, making this dish a crowd-pleaser for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.

These grilled bass tacos are a fresh and flavorful take on a classic favorite. The smoky grilled fish pairs perfectly with a creamy avocado crema and zesty toppings, making this dish a crowd-pleaser for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 bass fillets
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (garden or locally grown)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat. Season the bass fillets with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Grill the fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  3. In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix with sour cream and lime juice to make the crema.
  4. Warm the tortillas on the grill. Assemble the tacos with grilled bass, shredded cabbage, avocado crema, and cilantro.
  5. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

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