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Blackened Fish Tacos

blackened fish tacos
Mild-tasting Mahi Mahi filets coated in blackening seasonings are laid atop a bed of creamy coleslaw, topped with a cool Avocado sauce, then rolled up in warm tortillas in this easy and delicious Blackened Fish Tacos recipe.
Inna
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes

Ingredients

Blackening Seasoning Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1½ tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper more for spicier seasoning

Coleslaw Ingredients

  • 3 cups green cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 large carrot shredded
  • ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¾ teaspoon cumin
  • ¾ teaspoon spicy Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
  • sea salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Creamy Avocado Sauce

  • 1 cup plain, whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium avocado peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • sea salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Remaining Ingredients

  • 8-20 oz Mahi Mahi
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • 4-5 large radishes trimmed, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves chopped
  • 8 8-inch corn tortillas warmed

Instructions

Blackening Instructions

  • Combine blackening ingredients in a small bowl, mix well. Set aside.

Coleslaw instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the cabbages and chopped carrots. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, ground cumin, and lime juice. Pour this mixture over the vegetables. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then toss to combine. Set aside.

Creamy Avocado Sauce

  • Place all ingredients in a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add additional lime juice as needed to reach desired consistency. Taste, then adjust seasonings to taste. Serve immediately.

Fish instructions

  • Generously season both sides of the Mahi Mahi with the blackening seasoning, making sure to rub it in so it sticks. Carefully slice the fish into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  • Add olive oil to a large cast iron or other skillet over medium heat. Once heated, add the seasoned fish, cooking until fish is opaque and flaky (usually about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove from heat and set aside.

To Serve

  • Evenly divide the creamy coleslaw and blackened fish between the 8 (warmed) tortillas. Top with sliced radishes and fresh cilantro leaves. Top with creamy Avocado Sauce. Roll and enjoy!