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Blackened mahi mahi fish tacos with slaw and avocado crema
Pan-SearedMahi-Mahi

Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos

Spicy blackened fish tacos with cilantro lime slaw and avocado crema. A crowd-pleasing favorite that's ready in 25 minutes.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 10 min
Servings:4
Easy
Mercury (reference): Moderate

Ingredients

For 4 servings

  • 1.5 pounds Mahi mahi fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 8-12 small Corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups Cabbage (shredded)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 large Avocado
  • 1 (optional) Jalapeño (sliced)

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (2-3 tacos)

Calories380
Protein
32g
Fat
12g
Carbs
35g
Omega-3
0.4g

Total for 4 servings: 1520 cal · 128g protein

For informational and journaling purposes only. Results are estimates based on published nutrition databases and may not match your specific food.

Instructions

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10 min

  1. 1

    Make the blackening spice: Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Make the slaw: Combine shredded cabbage, half the cilantro, and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Make avocado crema: Blend Greek yogurt, avocado, remaining lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.

  4. 4

    Pat mahi mahi fillets dry. Cut into 3-inch pieces.

  5. 5

    Coat fish pieces generously with blackening spice on all sides.

  6. 6

    Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking.

  7. 7

    Add fish pieces, working in batches if needed. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened crust forms and fish reaches 145°F.

  8. 8

    Remove fish and break into chunks with a fork.

  9. 9

    Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame.

  10. 10

    Assemble tacos: Fill each tortilla with slaw, blackened fish, avocado crema, and remaining cilantro.

  11. 11

    Top with sliced jalapeños if desired. Serve with lime wedges.

Cooking tips

  • Make sure your pan is very hot for the blackened crust to form properly.
  • Open windows or turn on your exhaust fan—blackening creates smoke!
  • Make extra blackening spice and store for future fish or chicken.
  • For meal prep, keep components separate and assemble tacos fresh.