Description
This blackened fish tacos recipe is easy, fast, and ultra flavorful! Flaky, tender cod has an irresistible slightly charred crust and is paired with a zesty jalapeño slaw.
Ingredients
- 3–4 tablespoons blackened seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 1.5 pounds cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Jalapeño slaw, to taste
- 12 corn tortillas
- Lime wedges
- Avocado (optional)
Instructions
1. Sprinkle blackened seasoning over both sides of the cod fillets and let sit.
2. Prepare the jalapeño slaw and set aside.
3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the fish for 3–5 minutes per side until it flakes easily.
5. Break fish into chunks with a fork in the skillet to keep warm.
6. Warm tortillas on a skillet or open flame.
7. Assemble tacos with fish, slaw, avocado, and lime juice.
8. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh cod or substitute with tilapia, halibut, or mahi-mahi.
Adjust blackened seasoning for desired spice level.
Double the slaw recipe if serving more people or for leftovers.
Store leftover fish in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 324mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 29mg