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Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos

Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Lime Drizzle

Delicious Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos that are quick to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 2 fillets Mahi-Mahi fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for marinating and cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Blackening Seasoning store-bought or homemade
For the Tacos
  • 4 pieces Tortillas corn or gluten-free
  • 1 cup Coleslaw or shredded lettuce
For the Cilantro Lime Crema
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt substitute with dairy-free yogurt if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Light Mayo
  • ¼ cup Cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Honey adjust to preference
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt add to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, light mayo, cilantro, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate.
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, and blackening seasoning. Marinate mahi-mahi fillets for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated mahi-mahi for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and flaky. Set aside.
  4. Warm tortillas on a clean skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until soft.
  5. Flake the cooked mahi-mahi into pieces and distribute among the tortillas. Top with coleslaw and drizzle with Cilantro Lime Crema.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate the Mahi Mahi longer for deeper flavor. Ensure your skillet is hot for optimal cooking.

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