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Blackened Fish Taco Bowls

Blackened Fish Taco Bowls: A Quick, Flavor-Packed Feast

Discover Blackened Fish Taco Bowls, a delightful dinner option combining smoky fish, fresh toppings, and creamy sauce, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 lb firm white fish (tilapia, cod, or catfish)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lime lime juice or lemon juice as substitute
For the Creamy Sauce
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream plant-based yogurt is an excellent dairy-free option
For the Base
  • 2 cups rice (brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage
  • 1 can black beans or frozen variety
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen
  • 1 medium avocado or guacamole
  • 1 cup pico de gallo homemade or store-bought
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro optional garnish
  • ½ cup crumbled cheese optional garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the spice blend by combining smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Mix until well blended.
  2. Pat the fish fillets dry, brush with olive oil, and rub the spice blend on both sides. Squeeze lime juice over the fillets and let sit for a few minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fish fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and flaky. Transfer to a plate to rest.
  4. Make the creamy sauce by whisking together Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Assemble bowls by adding rice as a base, followed by lettuce, black beans, corn, and top with blackened fish.
  6. Garnish with avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro, and cheese, drizzling creamy sauce on top before serving with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Assemble the bowls fresh for optimal taste and texture.

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