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Blackened Fish Tacos

Savor Delicious Blackened Fish Tacos for Taco Night Bliss

Experience the bold flavors of Blackened Fish Tacos that make taco night unforgettable.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 lb Tilapia, Cod, or Mahi-Mahi Choose any flaky white fish that stands up well to blackening.
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn or Flour Tortillas Select your favorite type; both work beautifully.
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Cabbage Adds a refreshing crunch.
  • 1 cup Cilantro Enhances flavor, can be skipped.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Brings a creamy, salty profile.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Chipotle Pepper Delivers smoky heat.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Salt Adjust to your liking.
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tbsp Cayenne Adjust for heat level.
  • 1 tsp Thyme
  • 1 tsp Basil
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing the fish.
  • 1 tbsp Butter For coating the fish.

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Taco Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic salt, and chipotle pepper. Blend until smooth and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare Seasoning: Mix garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Coat Fish: Dip each fish fillet into melted butter, coat with blackening seasoning on both sides.
  4. Cook Fish: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and place fish in the skillet; sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  5. Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas, layer cabbage, add fish fillets, top with cilantro, Cotija cheese, and chipotle sauce.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve assembled tacos with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Chill the sauce before serving for better flavor. Customize toppings as desired.

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