Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Blackened Fish Tacos, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring perfectly seasoned white fish fillets, topped with a refreshing creamy chipotle-lime sauce and crispy fresh toppings, these tacos are not just a meal; they’re an experience. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re ideal for busy weeknights or fun gatherings with family and friends. Customize them to suit your taste, whether you prefer extra spice or additional toppings. With their impressive presentation and mouthwatering taste, these tacos will quickly become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 lime (juiced)
- Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Onion powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Fresh cilantro
- Corn tortillas
- Shredded cabbage
Instructions
- Make the Taco Sauce: Blend lime juice, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic salt, chopped chipotle pepper, and cilantro in a food processor until smooth.
- Prepare the Blackening Seasoning: Mix garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Season the Fish: Dip fish fillets in melted butter and coat with the blackening seasoning.
- Cook the Fish: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the fish for about 2 minutes on each side until flaky.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas and fill each with shredded cabbage and blackened fish. Top with cilantro, Cotija cheese, and drizzle with taco sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg