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Blackened Fish Taco Bowls

Blackened Fish Taco Bowls: A Zesty Dinner Delight Ready in Minutes

Discover the vibrant Blackened Fish Taco Bowls, a quick and customizable dinner perfect for any family!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or firm white fish)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning homemade or store-bought
For the Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage green, red, or Napa cabbage
  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes pico de gallo optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley substitute
  • 2 pieces lime cut into wedges

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Pat the white fish fillets dry with paper towels and brush both sides with olive oil.
  3. Generously sprinkle blackening seasoning on both sides of the fish and press gently to stick.
  4. Place the seasoned fish fillets in the hot skillet and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Flip the fish and cook for another 3-4 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Transfer the blackened fish to a plate and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before flaking.
  7. Assemble the bowls starting with cooked rice or quinoa, topped with cabbage and flaked fish.
  8. Add avocado slices, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These bowls are customizable; feel free to swap ingredients based on your preferences!

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