BLACKENED MAHI MAHI FISH TACOS WITH AVOCADO LIME SAUCE

A super simple and flavorful recipe for blackened mahi mahi fish tacos that you won’t need to head to Mexico to enjoy!

This recipe for Blackened Mahi Mahi fish tacos brings back some pretty epic memories for me. My husband Jason has always made a point of getting me out of my shell to try new things and sneaking a bit of an adventure into our relationship.

INGREDIENTS

Avocado Lime Sauce-

• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 avocado , ripened
• 2 tablespoons cilantro , fresh
• 1 tablespoon lime juice , fresh
• zest of 1 lime
• 1/2 teaspoon serrano pepper , seeded and chopped

Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos-

• 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon cumin , ground
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 1/2 pounds Mahi Mahi filets , cut lengthwise into smaller pieces if needed
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 8 corn tortillas , 6-inch
• 8 lime wedges
• 1 cup tomatoes , diced
• 1 cup red cabbage , sliced thin
• 1 cup green cabbage , sliced thin
• cilantro , for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest and Serrano pepper in a blender.
2. Process until smooth then transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate.
3. Combine paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, cumin and chili pepper in a small bowl.
4. Sprinkle seasoning evenly over both sides of the fish filets.
5. Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
6. Add fish to pan then cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.
7. Warm tortillas according to package directions.
8. Divide fish evenly among tortillas.
9. Serve with lime wedges, tomatoes, cabbage, and cilantro.

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