Jul 14 2026
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Blackened Swordfish Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time45m
Serves4

Mango-jalapeño relish, red beans & rice

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Ingredients

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Swordfish

Mango-Jalapeño Relish

Red Beans and Rice

Tacos

Method

Swordfish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Swordfish

    In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

  2. 2

    Marinate

    Brush the swordfish fillets with the marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Cook the Swordfish

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the swordfish for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and cooked through.

Mango-Jalapeño Relish

  1. 4

    Mix the Relish

    In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

Red Beans and Rice

  1. 5

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 6

    Add Beans and Spices

    Add the rinsed red beans, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.

  3. 7

    Combine with Rice

    Add the cooked rice to the bean mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Tacos Assembly

  1. 8

    Warm the Tortillas

    Heat the corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.

  2. 9

    Assemble Tacos

    Place a portion of the red beans and rice mixture on each tortilla, followed by a piece of grilled swordfish and a generous spoonful of mango-jalapeño relish.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

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