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Blackened Fish Tacos

Blackened Fish Tacos

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These Blackened Fish Tacos are packed with bold Cajun-inspired flavor, flaky seasoned fish, crunchy slaw, and a creamy lime sauce. They’re quick, fresh, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (2 tacos each) 1x

Ingredients

For the Fish:

1 1/2 lbs white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, mahi-mahi, or haddock)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Slaw:

2 cups shredded cabbage

1 cup shredded carrots

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Lime Sauce:

1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons mayo

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon honey

Pinch of salt

For Serving:

8 small corn or flour tortillas

Fresh cilantro

Lime wedges

Sliced avocado (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Fish

Pat fish dry with paper towels. Mix all seasonings in a bowl. Rub fish with olive oil, then coat evenly with spice mixture.

2. Cook the Fish

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fish for 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky. Remove and rest for 2 minutes, then break into chunks.

3. Make the Slaw

Combine cabbage, carrots, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss well.

4. Make the Sauce

Whisk sour cream, mayo, lime juice, honey, and salt until smooth.

5. Assemble Tacos

Warm tortillas. Fill each with fish, slaw, drizzle with lime sauce, and top with cilantro and avocado if desired.

Notes

Cooking Tips

  • Use cast iron for the best blackened crust.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if needed.
  • Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for better flavor and flexibility.
  • Pat fish dry first so seasoning sticks well.

Variations

Spicy Version

Add extra cayenne or hot sauce to the sauce.

Tropical Twist

Top with pineapple salsa or mango chunks.

Low Carb

Serve in lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.

Grilled Option

Cook fish on the grill instead of skillet for smoky flavor

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 410
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
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