Blackened Fish Taco Bowls
Blackened Fish Taco Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines perfectly spiced fish with fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these bowls are customizable to suit your taste preferences. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of smoky, spicy flavors from the blackened fish, paired with nutritious grains and colorful veggies. Serve them topped with creamy sauce and your favorite garnishes for a meal that not only looks great but also tastes incredible!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets of white fish (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or grilled)
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- ½ cup pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (for sauce)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (for sauce)
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (for sauce)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (for sauce)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine spices: smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
- Pat fish dry and rub with olive oil; coat evenly with spice mix and squeeze lime juice over it.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook fish for 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt for the sauce.
- Assemble bowls: divide cooked rice among four bowls; top with lettuce/cabbage, black beans, corn, fish fillet, avocado slices, pico de gallo, cilantro, and drizzle with creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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