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Blackened Fish Tacos

Blackened Fish Tacos

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Blackened Fish Tacos, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. Featuring tender fish fillets coated in a rich blend of spices and herbs, these tacos offer a delightful crunch from fresh cabbage and a zesty kick from a creamy chipotle-lime sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, they are quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. Wrap them in warm corn tortillas, and you have a satisfying meal that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and nutrients. Enjoy this crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings (8 tacos) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Corn tortillas
  • Shredded cabbage
  • Fresh cilantro
  • ½ lime (juiced)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup plant-based butter (melted)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chipotle-Lime Sauce: Combine lime juice, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic salt, chopped chipotle pepper, and cilantro in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  2. Create the Blackening Seasoning: Mix garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper in another bowl.
  3. Coat the Fish Fillets: Brush each fish fillet with melted plant-based butter and coat generously with the blackening seasoning.
  4. Cook the Fish: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until blackened and cooked through.
  5. Assemble Tacos: Warm corn tortillas; place cooked fish on each tortilla; top with shredded cabbage and drizzle with chipotle-lime sauce.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 240g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg