Grilled Copper River Sockeye Salmon Tacos
- Adra Kusnirova
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
By Megan Keno
Courtesy of our partner, Copper River Marketing Association
Dig into these Grilled Copper River Sockeye Salmon Tacos—packed with juicy, smoky salmon and loaded up with crunchy cabbage, carrots, and fresh cilantro, all wrapped in soft tortillas. Top it off with a zesty green sauce aioli that brings just the right mix of spice, tang, and freshness. It’s an easy, tasty meal that brings big flavor without the fuss.
Ingredients
3- 6 oz. Copper River sockeye salmon portions, cut into long strips
2 tbsp salmon rub seasoning of your choice
1 cup cilantro
1 cup green cabbage, shredded
1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
1 whole carrot, shredded
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup salsa verde (or H-E-B- green sauce)
5 dashes of Tabasco chipotle sauce
4 soft tortillas
Directions
1 Heat grill over medium heat.
2 Lay aluminum foil over the grill and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
3 Place Copper River sockeye salmon fillets on the grill, skin side down, and sprinkle with salmon rub seasoning.
4 Cover and grill Copper River sockeye salmon fillets on medium heat for 7-8 minutes or until the flesh is opaque and separates easily with a fork.
5 Distribute shredded cabbage, carrots & cilantro into the soft taco shells and set aside.
6 In a small bowl whisk together mayo, salsa verde & Tabasco sauce. Set aside.
7 Once Copper River sockeye salmon fillets are done, remove them from the grill and allow them to rest for 5 minutes, tented with foil.
8 Place Copper River sockeye salmon fillets into tortillas with vegetables and drizzle green sauce aioli.
You can easily substitute the Copper River sockeye salmon from this recipe with another amazing wild Alaskan fish type:
Good to Know STORY
Ever wonder what really sets soft tacos apart from hard-shell tacos? It all comes down to the tortilla.
Soft tacos are made with flexible flour tortillas—they’re tender, chewy, and super versatile. Hard-shell tacos, on the other hand, are made with crispy, fried corn tortillas that give you that satisfying crunch with every bite.
Soft tacos are a staple in traditional Mexican cuisine and can be filled with just about anything, making them a go-to for fresh, healthy meals. Hard-shell tacos are more of a Tex-Mex thing—think classic ground beef, shredded lettuce, and cheese. They’re fun, but a little more fragile (and messy—in a good way).
At the end of the day, it all comes down to what kind of vibe you’re going for. Soft and foldable or crunchy and bold, tacos are all about bringing people together—perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or anytime you’re craving something delicious.
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