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Mahi Mahi Tacos

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

These Mahi Mahi Tacos are bursting with fresh flavor, featuring blackened fish, crisp cabbage, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime crema wrapped in soft tortillas. Quick to make and perfect for any night of the week.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound mahi mahi fillets, skinless and boneless
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 2 limes, juiced (plus wedges for serving)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub evenly over mahi mahi pieces.
  3. Add olive oil to the hot skillet and swirl to coat.
  4. Place fish in the skillet and sear for 3–4 minutes per side, or until blackened and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry pan or over a flame for about 30 seconds per side.
  6. In a small bowl, mix sour cream and lime juice to make the crema.
  7. Assemble tacos with fish, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, avocado, and a drizzle of lime crema.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Pat fish dry before seasoning to help spices stick better.
  • Don’t overcrowd the skillet when cooking the fish.
  • You can prep the crema and toppings ahead for faster assembly.
  • For more heat, add hot sauce or sliced jalapeños.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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