Chipotle-Rubbed Salmon Tacos Recipe

Name: Chipotle-Rubbed Salmon Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder; 2 teaspoons orange zest, finely grated; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 lb salmon, skinless fillet cut into 4-inch pieces; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 8 corn tortillas; 1 Hass avocado, mashed; 1 cup cabbage, finely shredded

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F In a small bowl, whisk the mayo with the lime juice. In another small bowl, combine the chipotle powder with the orange zest and sugar. Rub each salmon piece with 1 t. olive oil and then the chipotle-orange zest mixture. Let sit 5 minutes.
2
Wrap the tortillas in foil and bake for about 8 minutes, until they are soft and heated through.
3
Meanwhile, heat a grill pan. Season the salmon with salt and grill over high heat, until nicely browned and just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
4
Gently break each salmon piece in half. Spread the mashed avocado on the warm tortillas, top with the salmon, and the cabbage. Drizzle each taco with the lime-mayo and serve right away.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice, 2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder, 2 teaspoons orange zest, finely grated, and more.

Yes, Chipotle-Rubbed Salmon Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chipotle-Rubbed Salmon Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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