Blackened Cod Fish Tacos With Slaw
Blackened cod fish tacos are rubbed with homemade blackened seasoning, sauteed until the fish flakes easily, then topped with an apple cabbage slaw. This easy recipe is dairy free and gluten free.
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Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make blackened cod tacos:
- Homemade blackening seasoning (or blackened seasoning) – smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, kosher salt
- Cod fillets
- Fresh lime juice
- Olive oil or avocado oil
- Purple cabbage slaw with apple – a mix of purple and green cabbage, carrot, apple, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing.
- Warm corn tortillas – or flour tortillas.
How to Make Blackened Cod Fish Tacos: Step By Step
Here are some quick visual instructions. The full instructions and ingredient list will be in the printable recipe card below!
- In a small bowl, whisk together the seasoning ingredients until well combined.
- Pat the fish dry on both sides with a paper towel then add them to a large bowl. Mix with lime juice and olive oil, then generously rub the blackened seasoning over all sides of the fish fillets.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil or avocado oil.
- Add the seasoned fillets to the hot skillet. Cook on each side for 2-3 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish. Serve on warm tortillas. Topped with slaw and fresh lime wedges.
Helpful Tips
- Meal prep the slaw and spice blend if short on time.
Quick Tip: The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fish.
Storage
Store leftover tacos separately in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Gently reheat the fish in a hot cast iron skillet or the microwave until warmed through, then assemble the tacos.
Make It Your Way: Substitutions & Variations
Please remember that recipes are just a starting point.
How can you make this blackened fish tacos recipe using what you already have? Here are some ideas…
- No cod? – you can also use another flaky white fish such as mahi mahi, tilapia, or halibut.
- Add-ins – red onion, fresh cilantro, pico de Gallo, avocado slices, fresh salsa, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Blackened seasoning and cajun seasoning have many of the same spices, but cajun seasoning tends to be spicier, and blackened seasoning typically has more herbs.
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Blackened Cod Fish Tacos With Slaw
Ingredients
Blackening Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon diamond crystal kosher salt start with ½ teaspoon if using any other kind
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Cod Tacos
- 1 pound cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil divided
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- purple cabbage slaw with apple
- warm corn tortillas or flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the seasoning ingredients until well combined.
- Pat the fish dry on both sides with a paper towel then add them to a large bowl. Mix with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and lime juice, then generously rub the blackened seasoning over all sides of the fish fillets.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with the other tablespoon of oil.
- Add the seasoned fillets to the hot skillet. Cook on each side for 2-3 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish. Serve on warm tortillas. Topped with slaw and fresh lime wedges.