Description
These mildly spicy salmon tacos are fresh, flavorful, and easy to prepare. Tender seasoned salmon is cooked to perfection and tucked into warm tortillas, topped with crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, and a bright lime-infused yogurt sauce for a vibrant Mexican-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 g salmon fillet, skin removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels and cut it into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy assembly.
- Season the Salmon: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, and salt. Toss the salmon pieces in the seasoning mixture to coat evenly, enhancing flavor with smoky and mildly spicy notes.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned salmon and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the salmon is cooked through, tender, and has a light golden-brown crust.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, chili powder, and salt in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. This sauce adds a refreshing tang and a touch of sweetness to balance the spice.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat until soft and pliable, which ensures they won’t break when filled.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a generous amount of shredded cabbage onto each warmed tortilla, then add the cooked salmon pieces. Top with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and drizzle with the prepared lime yogurt sauce.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately, garnished with lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus that brightens the dish.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chili powder used in both the seasoning and sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- Alternatively, bake the salmon at 200°C (392°F) for 10 to 12 minutes if you prefer baking over stovetop cooking.
- For added flavor and texture, consider including diced mango or pickled onions as additional taco toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
