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Blackened Tilapia Tacos with Mango Slaw


  • Author: Stephanie

Description

Ingredients:

For the Tilapia:

  • 1 lb tilapia fillets

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Mango Slaw:

  • 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)

  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot

  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced

  • 2 tbsp lime juice

  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped

  • Lime wedges


Instructions:

  1. Prepare the mango slaw:

    • In a bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, and mango.

    • Whisk together lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.

    • Toss the slaw with the dressing and set aside.

  2. Season and cook the tilapia:

    • In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.

    • Rub the spice mixture evenly over the tilapia fillets.

    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

    • Cook tilapia 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Remove from heat and flake into pieces.

  3. Assemble the tacos:

    • Warm tortillas.

    • Fill each with blackened tilapia and top with mango slaw.

    • Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

  4. Serve immediately

    • Enjoy a fresh, spicy, and tropical taco meal!