Description
Blackened fish tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish that instantly elevates any meal into a festive occasion. With perfectly seasoned fish, crunchy cabbage slaw, and creamy avocado all wrapped in soft tortillas, every bite transports your taste buds to the beach. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for gatherings or casual family dinners, ensuring you impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb white fish fillets (tilapia or mahi-mahi)
- 2 tbsp blackening spice mix (paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder)
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Fish: Pat fish fillets dry and coat with olive oil. Generously sprinkle blackening spice over both sides.
- 2. Heat Skillet: Preheat skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- 3. Cook the Fish: Add fish fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until charred and flaky.
- 4. Make Slaw: Mix shredded cabbage with lime juice and salt; set aside.
- 5. Warm Tortillas: Warm tortillas in another skillet or microwave until soft.
- 6. Assemble Tacos: Layer tortillas with fish, cabbage slaw, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg