Blackened Fish Taco Bowls (Print Version)

Spice-crusted white fish atop a colorful bowl of rice, beans, and veggies, topped with creamy lime sauce and fresh garnishes.

# Ingredients:

→ Blackened Fish

01 - 4 fillets of white fish (tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon cumin
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
10 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
11 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Taco Bowl Base

12 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
13 - 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage (green or purple)
14 - 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
15 - 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or grilled)

→ Toppings

16 - 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
17 - ½ cup pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
18 - ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
19 - ¼ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese (optional)
20 - Lime wedges for serving

→ Creamy Sauce

21 - ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
22 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
23 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
24 - ½ teaspoon chili powder
25 - ¼ teaspoon salt

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
02 - Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Rub each fillet with olive oil and coat both sides evenly with the spice blend. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for extra flavor.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the fish and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
05 - Divide the cooked rice into four bowls. Add shredded lettuce or cabbage, black beans, and corn. Place a blackened fish fillet on top of each bowl.
06 - Top each bowl with avocado slices, pico de gallo, cilantro, and crumbled cheese (if using). Drizzle with the creamy sauce and serve with lime wedges.

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