Alaskan Halibut Tacos with Red Chile Crema and Nectarine Salsa
(This recipe makes 8 tacos, serves 2)
Ingredients:
For the fish:
1/2 pound halibut filets, patted dry
Marinade:
1/4 cup tequila
3 tablespoons Fresh Chile Co. Red Chile Sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon cumin
2 cloves garlic, pressed
Red Chile Crema:
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons Fresh Chile Co. Red Chile Sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 clove garlic, pressed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Nectarine Salsa:
2 nectarines, peeled and diced
4 to 6 mini sweet peppers, diced
1 lime, zest and juice
1 clove garlic, pressed
2 tablespoons dried cilantro (or fresh, if available)
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
2 tablespoons Fresh Chile Co. Red Chile Sauce
Other toppings:
Sliced avocado
Crumbled queso fresco
Warm corn tortillas (gluten-free)
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the tequila, Fresh Chile Co. Red Chile Sauce, lime juice, cumin, and garlic. Pour over halibut and marinate for 30 minutes.
2. While the fish marinates, prepare the Red Chile Crema. Mix sour cream, Red Chile Sauce, chili powder, garlic, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Prepare the Nectarine Salsa by combining diced nectarines, sweet peppers, lime zest and juice, garlic, cilantro, cayenne, and Red Chile Sauce. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld.
4. Preheat a grill to 375°F and oil the grates.
5. Grill the halibut for 4 minutes per side or until cooked through and flaky. Remove from grill and break into chunks.
6. Warm the corn tortillas.
7. Assemble tacos by layering halibut, nectarine salsa, sliced avocado, queso fresco, and a drizzle of Red Chile Crema.
Serving tip: These tacos pair beautifully with a fresh margarita and are naturally gluten-free with corn tortillas.
Want to spice up taco night?
Use Fresh Chile Co. Red Chile Sauce to bring bold heat and depth to grilled fish, salsa, and crema.
Recipe by Michelle Steed from the Fresh Chile Cookin'! group on Facebook.
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