Spicy Salmon Fish Tacos (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Spice Blend
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
→ Main Ingredients
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4 tortillas (fajita size)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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10 ounces fresh salmon
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2 cups coleslaw mix (shredded)
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1 cup diced cherry tomatoes
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1/2 cup crumbled feta
→ Spicy Sauce
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1/4 cup mayo
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1 teaspoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
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1 tablespoon your favorite hot sauce
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Pinch of salt for flavor
# Instructions:
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Combine all spice mix ingredients in a small bowl. Spread over the salmon (both sides if it’s skinless). Add a drizzle of olive oil and leave it at room temp for 10 minutes.
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In a non-stick pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Sear the salmon with the flesh side down for 3 minutes. Flip it and cook for another 2-3 minutes, depending on how you like it done.
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Let the cooked salmon cool for about 4-5 minutes, then break it into small flaky pieces.
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Mix mayo, hot sauce, and lime juice in a bowl. Add a little salt till the taste feels right.
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Heat up the tortillas. Fill them with shredded salmon, coleslaw, feta, cherry tomatoes, and top with the spicy mayo.
# Notes:
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Fajita tortillas are usually between 4.5 and 6.5 inches wide.
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If you don’t have coleslaw mix, shredded cabbage or leafy greens work great.
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Try extra toppings like pickled onions, sliced avocado, cilantro, chopped green onions, or jalapeños.