Jul 14 2026
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Blackened Shrimp Or Fish Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Joe's Crab Shack
Time1h
Serves4

Street corn slaw, cotija cheese, pickled red onions, cilantro, with tortilla chips and roasted salsa verde

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Ingredients

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For the Blackened Shrimp or Fish

For the Street Corn Slaw

For the Pickled Red Onions

For the Tacos

Method

For the Blackened Shrimp or Fish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Spice Mix

    In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Coat the Shrimp or Fish

    Pat the shrimp or fish dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mix evenly over the surface of the shrimp or fish.

  3. 3

    Cook the Shrimp or Fish

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp or fish and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through and blackened. Remove from heat and set aside.

For the Street Corn Slaw

  1. 4

    Prepare the Corn

    If using fresh corn, grill or roast the corn until slightly charred. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain.

  2. 5

    Mix the Slaw

    In a large bowl, combine corn, shredded red cabbage, mayonnaise, lime juice, cotija cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well combined.

For the Pickled Red Onions

  1. 6

    Make the Pickling Liquid

    In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.

  2. 7

    Pickle the Onions

    Place the thinly sliced red onions in a glass jar. Pour the pickling liquid over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.

For the Tacos

  1. 8

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, warm the corn tortillas for about 15-20 seconds on each side, until pliable.

  2. 9

    Assemble the Tacos

    On each tortilla, place a portion of blackened shrimp or fish, a generous scoop of street corn slaw, a few pickled red onions, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Serve the tacos with tortilla chips and roasted salsa verde on the side.

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