Smoky Tilapia Tacos Recipe

Name: Smoky Tilapia Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 2 pounds tilapia fillets; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons canned chopped green chiles; 1 diced peeled avocado; 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas; Cooking spray; 6 lime wedges

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 pounds tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons canned chopped green chiles
1 diced peeled avocado
12 (6-inch) corn tortillas
Cooking spray
6 lime wedges

1
Preheat broiler to high.
2
Combine first 4 ingredients and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Brush fillets with oil, and sprinkle with spice mixture. Place fillets on a baking sheet. Broil 6 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
3
Combine remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt, cilantro, chiles, and avocado in a bowl; lightly mash with a fork.
4
Heat tortillas on a grill pan coated with cooking spray 20 seconds on each side or until lightly charred. Divide avocado mixture and fish among tortillas. Serve with lime wedges.
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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Smoky Tilapia 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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Smoky Tilapia Tacos

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