Blackened Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema

Name: Blackened Salmon Tacos with Avocado Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings (2 tacos each)
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 avocado; 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; 1 lime, juiced; 2 cups shredded purple cabbage; 6 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed

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Elevate taco night with these restaurant-quality Blackened Salmon Tacos, a favorite in American coastal cuisine. Wild-caught salmon fillets are coated in a bold blend of Cajun-inspired spices and seared in a hot skillet until the exterior is perfectly blackened and the interior stays moist and flaky. The spicy, flavorful fish is nestled in warm corn tortillas and topped with a vibrant, crunchy cabbage slaw and a luxuriously smooth avocado crema. The combination of hot, crispy salmon with the cool, creamy sauce and fresh slaw is absolutely irresistible. These tacos come together in under 30 minutes, making them a fantastic option for a quick yet impressive weeknight dinner. They're healthy, packed with omega-3s, and bring a burst of exciting flavor to your table, perfect for a summer meal.

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Blackened salmon tacos with purple cabbage slaw and avocado crema on a plate

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings3 servings (2 tacos each)

DifficultyMedium

Equipment

Cast iron or heavy skilletSmall blender or food processor

Instructions

1
Cut salmon into 1-inch wide strips. Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Coat salmon strips evenly.
2
For the crema, blend avocado, sour cream, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
3
Heat a dry cast iron skillet over high heat. Sear salmon strips for 2-3 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
4
Assemble tacos: place salmon in warm tortillas, top with shredded cabbage, and drizzle generously with avocado crema.

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Leckere Rezepte

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