Description
My Blackened Fish Tacos bring the perfect balance of smoky spice and fresh crunch. Served in warm tortillas topped with a crisp slaw with a zesty sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Tilapia:
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, optional, for heat
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Avocado Cilantro Sauce:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lime juice, about 1 lime
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2–4 tbsp water (to thin, as needed)
For the Tacos:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1/4 cup diced white or yellow onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Jalapeno, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and coat both sides with olive oil. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each fillet.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, adding olive oil if needed. Cook the fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before breaking into chunks.
- In a blender (affiliate link) or food processor, combine avocado, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Place a layer of shredded red cabbage on each tortilla. Top with chunks of blackened tilapia, a drizzle of avocado cilantro sauce, diced onion, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 752
- Sugar: 5.1 g
- Sodium: 1451.5 mg
- Fat: 33.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 81.8 g
- Fiber: 7.6 g
- Protein: 38.3 g
- Cholesterol: 63 mg