Blackened Seared Tuna Tacos
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Blackened Seared Tuna Tacos, a quick and delicious dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe showcases tender Ahi tuna steaks coated in a spicy seasoning mix, seared to perfection, and served in warm tortillas with a refreshing slaw. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or simply craving something tasty, these tacos are sure to impress. With fresh ingredients and bold spices, each bite is packed with flavor, making it an excellent choice for a healthy meal that doesn’t compromise on taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 3 (2 tacos per serving) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Ahi tuna steaks
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 6 flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp Sweet paprika
- 1 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne pepper (use 1/4 tsp if you like really spicy)
- 8–10 oz of green and purple cabbage mixed
- 1 lime
- 1 tsp of cumin (plus more to taste)
- 2 tbsp of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup green onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp of sour cream
- 2 tbsp of mayonnaise
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat tuna steaks dry and rub with a spice mix of paprika, chili powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and cumin.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the tuna for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned but rare in the center.
- Let rest before slicing.
- In a bowl, mix cabbage with lime juice, cumin, cilantro, green onions, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
- Warm tortillas; assemble by placing sliced tuna on each tortilla topped with slaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Find it online: https://quickmealhouse.com/blackened-seared-tuna-tacos-recipe/