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blackened fish recipe With Mango Avocado Salsa
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General, Gluten-Free
Description
This blackened fish with mango avocado salsa is an easy dinner that transforms simple fish into a vibrant, restaurant-worthy meal. It features perfectly spiced, crispy fish and a bright, creamy salsa that bursts with fresh flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs firm white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, snapper, mahi-mahi)
- 2 tbsp blackening seasoning (store-bought or homemade mix of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, oregano, thyme)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter, melted
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 large ripe avocado, diced (about 1.5 cups)
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1–2 jalapeños, seeded and minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, cilantro, minced jalapeño (if using), and lime juice. Gently stir and season with salt to taste. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Season Fish: Pat fish fillets very dry with paper towels. Sprinkle blackening seasoning generously on both sides of each fillet. Season lightly with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Sear Fish: Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Add olive oil or melted butter. Carefully place fish fillets in the hot pan (cook in batches if necessary). Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until fish is opaque, flaky, and has a dark, crispy blackened crust.
- Serve Dish: Remove the blackened fish from the pan. Serve hot, topped generously with the fresh mango avocado salsa.
Notes
For different proteins, try salmon, shrimp, or chicken. Adjust cayenne in blackening seasoning or omit jalapeño for a milder salsa. Ensure blackening seasoning is gluten-free. Use olive oil for a dairy-free meal. If no avocado, use diced cucumber or bell pepper. For no cilantro, use fresh parsley or mint. Ensure pan is very hot and sufficient oil/butter is used to prevent sticking; don’t flip too early. Reduce heat if crust blackens too quickly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with 0.5 cup salsa
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg