Blackened Tilapia Baja Tacos

Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Blackened Tilapia Baja Tacos
20 min.
4
404kcal

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Get ready to ignite your taste buds with the bold flavors of Blackened Tilapia Baja Tacos! This recipe is a game-changer for anyone looking for a quick, delicious, and gluten-free meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can have this mouth-watering dish on the table in no time.

What sets this recipe apart is the combination of succulent tilapia fillets, crispy corn tortillas, and a tangy slaw made with thinly sliced white onion, jalapeño pepper, and a hint of cumin. The addition of creamy avocado and a squeeze of fresh lime juice takes this dish to the next level. And with only 404 calories per serving, you can indulge in this flavorful meal without any guilt.

One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility. You can easily customize it to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the level of heat in the jalapeño sauce or adding your favorite toppings. Plus, the use of reduced-fat sour cream and canola oil makes it a relatively healthy option for a taco dish.

Whether you're a seafood lover, a taco enthusiast, or just looking for a new recipe to add to your repertoire, Blackened Tilapia Baja Tacos are sure to become a favorite. So go ahead, give it a try, and experience the bold flavors of Baja California in the comfort of your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.5  avocado ripe peeled thinly sliced
  • 1.5 teaspoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  •  jalapeno seeded chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  •  lime wedges 
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour reduced-fat
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1.5 teaspoons paprika 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 ounce tilapia fillets 
  • cup onion white thinly sliced

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.
  2. Combine jalapeo sauce and onion in a small bowl.
  3. Combine paprika and next 6 ingredients (through ground red pepper); sprinkle evenly over fish.
  4. Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add fish to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.
  6. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Divide fish, onion mixture, and avocado evenly among tortillas.
  7. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories404kcal
Protein37.26%
Fat28.73%
Carbs34.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.88
Glycemic Load
11.61
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.884347666865%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
8.41mg
Naringenin
0.64mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:404.02kcal
20.2%
Fat:13.39g
20.59%
Saturated Fat:3.03g
18.94%
Carbohydrates:35.66g
11.89%
Net Carbohydrates:28.8g
10.47%
Sugar:4.51g
5.01%
Cholesterol:90.08mg
30.03%
Sodium:420.38mg
18.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.06g
78.13%
Selenium:75.36µg
107.66%
Phosphorus:499.71mg
49.97%
Vitamin B12:2.75µg
45.8%
Vitamin B3:8.13mg
40.67%
Vitamin D:5.3µg
35.35%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.29%
Fiber:6.86g
27.45%
Magnesium:102.71mg
25.68%
Potassium:897.15mg
25.63%
Vitamin C:17.43mg
21.13%
Folate:78.2µg
19.55%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.08%
Vitamin E:2.56mg
17.03%
Copper:0.3mg
15.21%
Vitamin K:15.63µg
14.89%
Iron:2.51mg
13.97%
Vitamin B5:1.37mg
13.73%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.16%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.75%
Vitamin A:582.75IU
11.65%
Calcium:113.24mg
11.32%
Zinc:1.65mg
11.03%
Source:My Recipes