Spicy Blackened Fish Tacos
These tacos are bursting with flavor from blackened fish, fresh vegetables, and warm tortillas, making for a delightful meal that's easy to prepare.
Ingredients
For the Blackening Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika vibrant and aromatic, adding beautiful color
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper fiery and zesty, for a little kick
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder fragrant and savory, enhancing overall flavor
- 1 teaspoon onion powder sweet and earthy, perfectly balancing the spices
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano herbaceous and aromatic
- 1 teaspoon salt essential for bringing out natural flavors
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper sharp and pungent, rounding out the seasoning
For the Tacos
- 1 pound white fish fillets (such as tilapia or snapper) succulent and flaky
- 2 tablespoons olive oil rich and smooth
- 8 small corn tortillas warm and pliable
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded crisp and colorful
- 1 whole avocado, sliced creamy and buttery
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped bright and fresh
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges zesty and tangy
- optional hot sauce for serving for those who crave extra heat
Instructions
Preparation of Seasoning
- In a small bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Preparing the Fish
- Pat the white fish fillets dry with paper towels. Brush with olive oil, then sprinkle the blackening seasoning generously on both sides.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Cooking the Fish
- Carefully place the seasoned fish fillets into the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the fish is blackened and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove the fish from the skillet and let it rest for a minute before flaking into large pieces.
Assembling the Tacos
- Heat the corn tortillas until warm and pliable.
- Lay pieces of blackened fish on each warm tortilla. Top with shredded red cabbage, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and drizzle with hot sauce if desired.
Notes
For a healthier twist, try grilling the fish instead of searing. Substituting corn tortillas with lettuce wraps or using cauliflower tortillas offers low-carb options.