Blackened Fish Tacos Recipe

Blackened Fish Tacos

A perfect mixture of spices and herbs, cooked over medium heat to give a deep and tasty crust. These fish tacos feature crispy blackened fish paired with creamy coleslaw and fresh radishes.

Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 6-8 minutes | Serves: 4

Ingredients

Blackened Seasoning:

• 1 T. onion powder
• 1 T. garlic powder
• 1½ T. smoked paprika
• 1 T. dried thyme
• 1 T. dried oregano
• 2 t. sea salt
• 1 t. black pepper
• ½ t. - 1 t. cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

For the Fish:

• 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
• 18-20 oz. mahi-mahi or other firm white fish
• 8 8-inch corn or gluten-free tortillas

Coleslaw:

• 3 c. green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 c. red cabbage, thinly sliced
• Optional: ½ c. kale leaves, finely chopped
• 1 large carrot, shredded
• ⅓ c. Greek yogurt
• 1 T. apple cider vinegar
• ¾ t. ground cumin
• ¾ t. spicy Dijon mustard
• 1 T. fresh lime juice
• Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Toppings:

• 4-5 large radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced
• 3 T. fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Preparation

1. Make seasoning: Combine blackened seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

2. Prepare coleslaw: Add sliced cabbage, kale (if using), and shredded carrot to a large bowl. Whisk Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, cumin, mustard, and lime juice together in a small bowl. Pour over vegetables. Season with salt and pepper. Toss and set aside.

3. Season fish: Generously season both sides of the mahi-mahi with blackened seasoning. Rub to cover entire fish and ensure it adheres well. Slice into bite-sized pieces.

4. Cook fish: Heat olive oil in a large cast iron or other skillet over medium heat. Once heated, add seasoned fish and cook until opaque and flaky, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.

5. Assemble tacos: Evenly divide coleslaw and blackened fish between 8 tortillas. Top with sliced radishes and fresh cilantro.

6. Serve: Drizzle with Creamy Avocado Sauce if desired. Enjoy!

Note

You can slice the fish before seasoning, but it takes longer to coat each piece individually.