Blackened Salmon Tacos
Quick and flavorful blackened salmon tacos topped with refreshing mango avocado salsa for a delightful twist on your taco night.
Ingredients
For the fish
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet Choose fresh for best flavor.
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika Add more for extra kick.
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking.
For the salsa
- 1 cup diced mango Do not drown with other ingredients.
- 1 medium avocado Freshly diced.
- 1 tbsp lime juice To brighten the salsa.
- ΒΌ tsp salt To taste.
For Serving
- 8 small corn tortillas Warm them to prevent splitting.
Instructions
Prepare the Salmon
- Pat the salmon fillet dry and cut it into small pieces.
- In a bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne, and olive oil. Coat the salmon pieces in the spice mix.
Cook the Salmon
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the salmon pieces.
- Sear the salmon for about 3-4 minutes on each side until well-cooked and blackened.
Make the Salsa
- In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, diced avocado, lime juice, and salt. Toss gently to mix.
Assemble Tacos
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 10-15 seconds per side.
- Fill each tortilla with the cooked salmon and top with mango avocado salsa.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients to suit your taste; pineapple can be used instead of mango, or try grilled salmon for a smoky flavor.