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Blackened Cajun Tilapia Fish Tacos

Blackened Cajun Tilapia Fish Tacos

These blackened cajun tilapia fish tacos are the most exciting fish recipes you will ever pull together on a weeknight. Smoky, spicy tilapia fillets nestled in warm tortillas and loaded with crunchy cabbage slaw, sweet mango salsa, and cool creamy chipotle sauce. Taco Tuesday just got a serious upgrade that the entire family will beg for every single week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • quarter cup sour cream
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Notes

  • Cast iron skillet works best for achieving the authentic blackened crust
  • Do not overcrowd the pan, cook fillets in batches if necessary
  • Mango salsa can be prepared one day ahead and stored in the refrigerator
  • Swap tilapia for mahi-mahi or snapper for an elevated version