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Blackened Salmon Tacos

These Blackened Salmon Tacos offer a flavorful explosion with spiced salmon and customizable toppings. Ideal for quick meals and entertaining!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 16 ounces salmon (4) 4-ounce filets
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup white onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded taco blend cheese

Instructions

  • Prepare salmon filets, removing bones and skin, and cut into 1/2 inch chunks.
  • Mix spices in a bowl and coat salmon chunks with the spice mix.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add avocado oil, and cook salmon for 2 minutes on each side.
  • In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, lime juice, spices to create chili lime sauce.
  • Combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt for pico de gallo.
  • Toast corn tortillas in a preheated skillet.
  • Layer blackened salmon, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, cheese, and chili lime sauce in warmed tortillas.

Notes

Ensure skillet is hot enough for a crisp salmon crust.
Customize toppings based on personal preference.
Store leftovers separately to maintain freshness.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 29
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 18
  • Cholesterol: 50