Mahi Mahi Tacos (delicious, quick dinner)
Mahi Mahi tacos are a flavorful, fun and fast dinner, perfect for Taco Tuesday.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 tacos
Calories 253 kcal
For the blackened mahi mahi
- 4 filets mahi mahi about 6 ounces each
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon juice
For the tacos
- shredded cabbage slaw
- sliced red onion
- cilantro
For the sauce
- 0.5 cup Mayo
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper to taste
- 1 lime juiced
- mango salsa optional
Preparation
Place the fish onto a clean plate and lightly pat it with a clean paper towel.
Make the spice blend. Combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, chili powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl and mix to combine.
Liberally season both sides of each filet with the spice blend.
Place a cast iron pan over medium-high heat and add butter and oil. Once hot, add seasoned fish and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Squeeze lemon on top.
Make the creamy spicy sauce: In a small bowl combine the mayo, hot sauce, honey, salt, pepper and mix well. Add a squeeze of lime.
Assembly
Char the tortillas - Use an open gas flame or cast iron pan over medium heat for 1 minute per side. Place in a kitchen towel to keep warm.
Slice the fish into strips, place onto a tortilla, top with slaw cabbage, red onion, sauce, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Optionally top with mango salsa.
Serving: 1tacoCalories: 253kcal
Keyword Mahi Mahi Taco Recipe, Mahi Mahi Tacos