Blackened Fish Tacos

Indulge in the bold flavors of Blackened Fish Tacos, a delightful seafood twist on a classic favorite. With buttery white fish seasoned to perfection and topped with crunchy cabbage, fresh cilantro, and a zesty chipotle-lime sauce, these tacos are perfect for any gathering or taco night at home. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, they offer versatility with customizable toppings such as avocado or salsa. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make dish that guarantees an explosion of flavor in every bite!

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Main Dishes Cuisine: Mexican Keyword: Customize toppings to your taste by adding avocado or your favorite salsa. Ensure fish is at room temperature for even cooking. Servings: Serves approximately 4 people (8 tacos) Calories: 430kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

2 lbs firm white fish (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
8 corn tortillas
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons olive oil
Shredded purple cabbage
Fresh cilantro, lightly chopped
Cotija cheese, crumbled
Lime wedges

Instructions

For the sauce, blend lime juice, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic salt, chipotle pepper, and cilantro until smooth; refrigerate.
Mix blackening spices in a bowl. Coat fish in melted butter and sprinkle seasoning generously.
Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat; cook fish for about 2 minutes per side until flaky.
Warm tortillas and assemble tacos with fish, cabbage, cilantro, Cotija cheese, and drizzle with sauce.

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