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Three delicious Blackened Salmon Tacos filled with spicy fish, purple cabbage slaw, and drizzled with white sauce.

Blackened Salmon Tacos

Spice up your dinner routine with these quick, healthy, and delicious Blackened Salmon Tacos. Featuring fresh slaw, a zesty lime crema, and perfectly seasoned salmon, these tacos are perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 2 cups very finely shredded red cabbage
  • 2 cups very finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1 tsp dried
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 serrano very thinly sliced
  • 1 Pinch Salt
  • 1 Pinch Pepper
For the Aioli
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise homemade
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tsp hot sauce El Yucateco recommended
For the Salmon
  • 1 lb salmon skin removed, cut into 2-inch strips
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs gluten-free recommended
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 egg
For the Tacos
  • 8 tortillas grain-free recommended
  • cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • large nonstick skillet
  • Paper towel
  • Towel
  • Stainless steel skillet

Method
 

  1. For the slaw: In a large bowl, combine red cabbage, green cabbage, oregano, olive oil, lime juice, lemon juice, serrano, salt, and pepper. Toss until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the aioli: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, and hot sauce. Stir until smooth. Set aside.
  3. For the salmon: In a small bowl, combine cayenne pepper, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and panko breadcrumbs. Stir until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tsp water.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  6. Dip the salmon strips into the egg wash, then roll them in the panko mixture until evenly coated. Gently place the salmon into the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked through and golden brown.
  7. Transfer cooked salmon to a plate lined with paper towels.
  8. Assemble the tacos: Char the tortillas. For a gas stovetop, place tortillas directly on a low burner for about 45 seconds per side. For an electric stovetop, place tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side. Wrap the warm tortillas in a towel to steam.
  9. Place a small amount of slaw in each tortilla. Top with two salmon pieces. Drizzle with aioli and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

This recipe was inspired by a beachside gathering in San Diego. It's a healthy and flavorful twist on traditional taco night, perfect for busy home cooks.

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