Blackened Fish Tacos with Creamy Cucumber Salad and Pickled Onion

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice a medium-sized red onion. Place the slices in a colander over a sink. Boil a pot of water and pour the boiling water over the onion slices. This will help soften them. Next, combine warm water, white or rice vinegar, and sugar in a small, sealable container. Stir well. Add the sliced onions, cover, and refrigerate. They’ll need at least an hour before they are ready to enjoy.

Step 2

Combine cored and diced English cucumber, diced jalapeno, fresh squeezed lime juice, salt, mayonnaise, and light sour cream in a mixing bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 3

Combine dried oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne powder to make the seasoning blend. Pat the fish dry with a paper towel. Drizzle with olive oil followed by the blackening spice. Rub the spice all over the fish, both sides. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat and add about one tablespoon of olive oil. Once it’s hot, add the prepared fish to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the fish is white and flaky. If it is opaque, it is not done. Thickness of the fish will greatly impact cooking times. Remove from the heat, set aside.

Step 4

Heat four tortillas of choice. Option to add cubed avocado. Next, break the fish apart and spread it out evenly among the tacos. Top with creamy cucumber salad, pickled onions, and garnishes of choice. Cilantro, lime wedges and scallions are all great additions. Enjoy!