Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of blackened salmon tacos paired with a zesty cilantro lime crema, creating a coastal culinary experience.
Ingredients
- 2–3 (6oz) salmon fillets, skin-on
- 1/2 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/8 teaspoon chipotle pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Pinch of salt and pepper, as needed
- Street taco tortillas, as needed
- Purple cabbage, thinly sliced, as needed
- Avocado, diced, as needed
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, as needed
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayo, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper for the cilantro lime crema. Whisk until smooth and set aside in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with a paper towel.
- In another small bowl, mix together the blackened seasoning ingredients: paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, chipotle, oregano, thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the salmon fillets all over with the blackened seasoning. Drizzle one to two teaspoons of olive oil over the fillets and rub it in gently.
- Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully sear the salmon fillets, skin-side up, for one to three minutes until a good char forms on the fish.
- Flip the fillets so the skin side is down. Immediately transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 to 14 minutes or until the salmon is fully cooked.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the salmon rest for five minutes. Then, use a fork to flake the salmon into large chunks.
- To build your tacos, layer street taco tortillas with purple cabbage, diced avocado, flaked salmon, cilantro lime crema, and chopped fresh cilantro.
Notes
Use the freshest salmon possible for the best flavor. Allow the crema to chill before serving for enhanced flavors.
