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Blackened Fish Tacos

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Blackened Fish Tacos are quick, bold, and flavorful tacos featuring fish fillets coated in smoky spices and seared until tender and crispy. Served with tortillas and fresh toppings, they make a vibrant, satisfying meal.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (makes 8 tacos)
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, mahi-mahi, or snapper)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
  • Lime wedges
  • Avocado slices (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Lime crema or sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry and brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
  2. In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub seasoning evenly on both sides of the fish.
  4. Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Sear the fish for 2–3 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
  6. Let rest for 1 minute, then flake into large pieces.
  7. Warm the tortillas on the stove or in the oven.
  8. Assemble tacos with fish, cabbage slaw, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and crema or sour cream as desired.

Notes

  • Swap in salmon or shrimp for variety.
  • Adjust cayenne for preferred spice level.
  • Try toppings like mango salsa or pickled onions.
  • Use Greek yogurt and lime for a lighter crema.
  • Fish can also be baked at 400°F for 12–15 minutes.

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