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Grilled fish tacos

From the video “JUST ABOUT THE BEST GRILLED FISH TACOS YOU'LL EVER EAT! | SAM THE COOKING GUY” by SAM THE COOKING GUY. RecipesMD is not affiliated with SAM THE COOKING GUY. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~4
est.
Cost
~$4.77*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$11.23* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
29

Ingredients

  • Pescatarian

May contain gluten, dairy, egg, fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$14.30*for the batch in the video
~$4.77*per serving

You save about ~$11.23* per serving (70% less*) than ordering it out — ~$33.70* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario Mexican plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

5 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 12 predicted from typical costs · not priced: mezcal

* Estimate, not a quote: 12 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Mexican plate at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Rough estimate: the video gives few amounts, so 84% of the weight below uses typical amounts.

Nutrition per serving430 kcal · 22% of 2,000
Fat25 g32%
Saturated fat3.5 g18%
Sodium512 mg22%
Carbohydrate22 g8%
Fiber2.8 g10%
Total sugars4.8 gno daily value
Added sugars0.2 g0%
Protein29 g59%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexBalanced
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+9 of 20
  • Saturated fat−8 of 20
  • Sodium−10 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 19 of 20 ingredient lines (97% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings (estimated: model estimate (no quantities to work from)). Typical amounts assumed for lime juice, halibut, mayo, cumin, garlic, hot sauce and 8 more, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder, salt, pepper, mint. Not matched to nutrient data: mezcal. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • refrigerator
  • measuring cup
  • squeeze bottle
  • copper mug
  • grill
  • wire rack
  • tongs

What the video didn’t say

  • servings not specified
  • total preparation and cooking time not specified
  • exact spice and seasoning amounts not specified
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Grilled fish tacos

What makes SAM THE COOKING GUY's Grilled fish tacos recipe and technique special?

SAM THE COOKING GUY's take on Grilled fish tacos focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Mexican flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Even coating ensures flavor and prevents burning on grill. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Grilled fish tacos at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Grilled fish tacos recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Grilled fish tacos ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Grilled fish tacos can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in SAM THE COOKING GUY's Grilled fish tacos?

This recipe utilizes approximately 29 ingredients across 14 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Grilled fish tacos?

The official cooking video by SAM THE COOKING GUY is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.