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Blackened Fish Tacos with Cilantro Slaw

Irresistibly Spicy Blackened Fish Tacos with Cilantro Slaw

These Blackened Fish Tacos with Cilantro Slaw are quick to prep and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound Thick-Cut Cod Can substitute with haddock or tilapia
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Omit for a dairy-free version
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Swap with cayenne for more heat
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Smoked paprika for more intensity
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Crucial for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust if using fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Cayenne Pepper Adjust to desired spice level
For the Tacos
  • 8 6-inch Tortillas Corn or flour based on preference
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Mix of green and red works great
For the Slaw
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime recommended
  • 1 cup Cilantro Use parsley as a substitute if desired
For the Sriracha Mayo
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust for heat level
  • 1/2 cup Low-Fat Mayonnaise Greek yogurt as a lighter alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be replaced with honey

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix until evenly blended and rub it generously on both sides of the cod.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add unsalted butter and olive oil. When sizzling, gently place the fish in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until charred and flaky.
  3. Mix together shredded cabbage, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined for the slaw.
  4. Whisk together low-fat mayonnaise, lime juice, sriracha, a pinch of salt, and sugar in a bowl until smooth for the sriracha mayo.
  5. Assemble tacos with tortillas, adding the fish, cilantro slaw, and sriracha mayo. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. For a crowd-pleaser, adjust spice levels based on preference.

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