Fishing Opener

Thousands of Minnesotans are set to officially put winter in the rearview mirror Saturday May 15th with the start of the 2021 fishing season.  The opener, which is revered by anglers, is considered an official state holiday by those who participate — especially those who will hit the lake at midnight Saturday (the official start time) just to have a shot at a walleye. For many it’s a family tradition like no other in Minnesota.

I posted this photo years ago when my husband was gifted with a fishing guide for his outdoor adventure His catch of walleye and northerns was impressive. It helps when someone can lead you through unchartered waters. Let's see how well he does this year going solo.

To get the festivities started I have been saving these Mahi Mahi Tacos for you. While this fish certainly is not native to northern Minnesota lakes, it's a tasty start to your spring grilling. The only thing missing is an ice-cold beer. 

Mahi Mahi Grilled Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Toppings

Recipe serves 2-3 with 1 large Mahi Mahi fillet

Ingredients: 

• 1 large Mahi Mahi fillet or Walleye fillet 
• 1 small package of coleslaw mix (combination of red and green cabbage with carrots or shredded lettuce  
• Sliced avocadoes and chopped tomatoes
• Diced cucumbers
• Diced red onions
• Favorite salsa
• Sour cream or yogurt
• Fresh lime juice

Honey Lime Glaze Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, salt and pepper to taste 

Directions:

• Add the lime juice, vinegar, and honey to a bowl. While whisking slowly add the olive oil. Throw in a pinch of sea salt and pepper to balance the flavor. Brush glaze on the Mahi Mahi last few minutes of grilling time. 
• Let fish rest 5 minutes and dice.

Taco Assembly:

• Warm 6-inch corn or flour tortillas. 
• Place cabbage slaw mixture on the bottom of the tortilla.
• Divide Mahi Mahi chunks among the tortillas, add a squeeze of lime over fish.
• Add sliced avocados, onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, salsa.
• Top with sour cream or plain yogurt. 

Some other worthy Ever Ready recipes to consider for the fishing weekend. 

Walleye and Spring Vegetables Baked in Parchment Paper.

https://sockfairies.blogspot.com/2015/05/seasonal-plate-for-minnesota-fishing.html

Provencal Shrimp and Walleye Foil Packet Dinner with Saffron Rice

https://sockfairies.blogspot.com/2015/05/fish-tales-and-provencal-shrimp-walleye.html

Walleye Cooked in Foil Packets  

https://sockfairies.blogspot.com/2016/09/a-holiday-meal.html