5 from 45 votes
Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos
Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos feature spicy, pan-seared mahi mahi fillets coated in blackening seasoning, served on warm corn tortillas with layers of red and green cabbage, black beans, mango salsa, and avocado crema. Fresh cilantro and lime wedges add brightness and balance.
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings:
10
Calories:
351 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 2 pounds mahi mahi fresh fillets
- 1 recipe for blackened seasoning
- 3 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 cup red cabbage shredded
- 1 cup green cabbage shredded
- 15 ounce can drained rinsed, and heated black beans
- 1 mango salsa recipe
- 1 recipe for avocado crema
- ½ cup cilantro fresh leaves
- lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the fish down on all sides with paper towels.
- Next, generously season the Mahi Mahi well on both sides with the blackening seasoning. Set aside.
- Add the oil to a large frying pan over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke lightly.
- Place in the fish fillets, turn the heat to medium, and cook the fish for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until well browned and cooked throughout.
- Drain the fish on paper towels to rid of any excess oil.
- To Plate: Layer on top of a heated corn tortilla: heated beans, cabbages, blackened mahi-mahi, crema, salsa, and cilantro leaves, and garnish with lime wedges.
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Notes
- Cooked blackened mahi mahi can be kept warm covered for up to 15 minutes before serving.
- Store fish separate from tortillas and toppings in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
- Reheat fish in oven at 350°F for 5-6 minutes on parchment-lined tray to preserve crust texture.
- Use thawed fish if frozen; pat dry before cooking to prevent sticking and ensure proper searing.
- Any firm white fish can be substituted in this recipe with similar cooking methods.
- Extra toppings like crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco can be added for variation.
Nutrition Information
Calories
351kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
92mg
(31%)
Sodium
716mg
(30%)
Potassium
663mg
(14%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1252IU
(25%)
Vitamin C
30mg
(33%)
Calcium
161mg
(16%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 716mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 663mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1252IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 161mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.