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    Home » Tips & Goods » Blackened Salmon Tacos Recipe

    Published: Apr 13, 2021 · Modified: Apr 26, 2022 by Kadee

    Blackened Salmon Tacos Recipe

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    Warm corn tortillas filled with fresh blackened sockeye salmon, creamy chipotle sauce, blackened corn, crisp cabbage, and salty cotija cheese.  It's safe to say that this Blackened Salmon Tacos Recipe is pure heaven. Let us show you exactly how to pull of this easy and delicious meal step by step.

    Blackened salmon tacos on a metal sheet pan, along with lime slices, cotija cheese, and cilantro.

    What are Blackened Salmon Tacos?

    Blackened is a term used in cooking when a firm protein (fish or chicken) is coated in a herb mixture and sometimes a fat like butter and then seared.  The blackened appearance is not from being burned, but rather seasoned and seared.  Blackened seasoning usually consists of paprika, onion powder, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, dried thyme, oregano, and cayenne pepper.  You can easily make your own, but in this recipe I am using a pre-made seasoning blend that can be purchased at your local grocery store.

    A close up of blackened salmon tacos.

    What Do I Need To Add To My Grocery List?

    For this recipe you'll need the following:

    • 8 oz Wild Sockeye Salmon
    • 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
    • 1 ear corn
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • ¼ cup mayo
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • 2 teaspoon minced cilantro
    • juice of one lime
    • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
    • 1 cup shredded cabbage
    • 4 teaspoon cotija cheese, crumbled
    • 4 corn tortillas
    Corn, cabbage, sour cream. mayo, chipotle peppers, limes, salmon, and corn tortillas on a marble board.

    How Do You Make Blackened Salmon Tacos?

    1. Prepare Wild Sockeye Salmon by removing from packaging and patting dry. Sprinkle top with blacked seasoning

    2. Cook salmon on a grill that has been preheated to about 450-500 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the salmon skin side down on oiled grates. Cook for about 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until internal temp reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit. At the same time you are cooking the salmon, place a husked ear of corn directly onto the grates, rotate every few minutes until slightly charred.

    3. Remove corn and salmon from grill. Divide salmon filet into 4 equal portions. Cut corn from the cob and set aside.

    4. Prepare creamy chipotle sauce by combining sour cream, and mayo.

    How to prepared blacked salmon.

    5. Add in adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers.

    6. Pour in milk, and add in garlic salt.

    7. Add cilantro and lime juice.

    8. Stir to combine.

    How to make creamy chipotle sauce.

    9. Assemble taco by layering a warm corn tortilla, about 2 teaspoon creamy chipotle sauce,

    10. Add ¼ cup shredded cabbage,

    11. a 2 oz portion of salmon,

    12. 2 teaspoon of the charred corn, and 1 teaspoon of the cotija cheese.

    13. Serve immediately.

    How to build a salmon taco.

    Blackened Salmon Q&A

    What is the difference between grilled and blackened salmon?

    The difference is in the spices. The blackening of food is based on using a seasoning mix consisting of herbs and different spices to enhance your food. Grilling can be done with a spice of your choice.

    What is the white stuff that comes out of salmon when cooked?

    Before you go trashing that salmon, read this. That white slimy stuff is called albumin, and it's protein that solidifies as salmon cooks. It is completely safe to eat that albumin. Albumin tastes completely fine, it’s good for you, it’s just another protein that comes from the salmon.

    A ¾ view of blackened salmon tacos on a metal baking tray.

    Are blackened seasoning and cajun seasoning the same?

    Both are seasoning mixes, but cajun seasoning tends to be spicier. Blackened seasoning does have some heat but is less spicy than cajun.

    Is salmon healthy?

    Eating wild caught salmon is beneficial to your diet. Salmon is packed with Omega 3s. Eating fish twice per week is a healthy habit to make.

    Blackened salmon tacos on a metal baking sheet. There are two bottles of cola in the background.

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    We do! Check our our:

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    A close up of blacked fish tacos on a metal baking tray.

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    A close up of blackened salmon tacos.

    Blackened Salmon Tacos

    Warm corn tortillas filled with fresh blackened sockeye salmon, creamy chipotle sauce, blackened corn, crisp cabbage, and salty cotija cheese.  It's safe to say that these Blackened Salmon Tacos are a match made in heaven. Let us show you exactly how to pull of this easy and delicious meal step by step.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Main Dish
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes
    Total Time: 22 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 311kcal
    Author: Kadee & Desarae

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces Wild Sockeye Salmon
    • 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
    • 1 ear corn
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • ¼ cup mayo
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • 2 teaspoon minced cilantro
    • juice of one lime
    • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
    • 1 cup shredded cabbage
    • 4 teaspoon cotija cheese crumbled
    • 4 corn tortillas

    Instructions

    • Prepare Wild Sockeye Salmon by removing from packaging and patting dry. Sprinkle top with blacked seasoning
    • Cook salmon on a grill that has been preheated to about 450-500 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the salmon skin side down on oiled grates. Cook for about 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until internal temp reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • At the same time you are cooking the salmon, place a husked ear of corn directly onto the grates, rotate every few minutes until slightly charred.
    • Remove corn and salmon from grill. Divide salmon filet into 4 equal portions. Cut corn from the cob and set aside.
    • Prepare creamy chipotle sauce by combining sour cream, mayo, milk, garlic salt, cilantro and lime juice in a small bowl. Stir until combined.
    • Assemble taco by layering a warm corn tortilla, about 2 teaspoon creamy chipotle sauce, ¼ cup shredded cabbage, a 2 oz portion of salmon, 2 teaspoon of the charred corn, and 1 teaspoon of the cotija cheese.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

     
    What is the difference between grilled and blackened salmon?
    The difference is in the spices. The blackening of food is based on using a seasoning mix consisting of herbs and different spices to enhance your food. Grilling can be done with a spice of your choice.
    What is the white stuff that comes out of salmon when cooked?
    Before you go trashing that salmon, read this. That white slimy stuff is called albumin, and it's protein that solidifies as salmon cooks. It is completely safe to eat that albumin. It tastes completely fine, it’s good for you, it’s just another protein that comes from the salmon.
    Is blackened seasoning the same as cajun seasoning?
    Both are seasoning mixes, but cajun seasoning tends to be spicier. Blackened seasoning does have some heat but is less spicy than cajun.
    Is salmon healthy?
    Eating wild caught salmon is beneficial to your diet. Salmon is packed with Omega 3s. Eating fish twice per week is a healthy habit to make.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1taco | Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 1251mg | Potassium: 456mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 221IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg
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