Description
High-protein Blackened Tilapia Tacos with seasoned fish, cabbage, lime, and cilantro in warm tortillas. Ready in 25 minutes, offering 32g of protein per serving.
Ingredients
2 tilapia fillets
4 small tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 cup crema
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Combine paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
Coat tilapia fillets evenly with the spice mixture.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with oil, cook tilapia 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
Shred cabbage and chop cilantro, then mix with lime juice.
Warm tortillas in a dry pan, wrapping in a clean cloth to stay pliable.
Assemble tacos by layering cooked tilapia, cabbage, cilantro, and a drizzle of crema.
Notes
Wrap tortillas in a towel after warming to keep them soft.
Adjust cayenne pepper to control heat level.
Use a non-stick skillet for easier cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican