Cajun Fish Tacos with Pineapple Salsa (Tacos Marineros)
Bring bold Louisiana flavor to taco night! Tender tilapia coated in savory Mr. Wings® Cajun Seasoning, seared to perfection, and topped with a spicy pineapple pico de gallo and Mr. Wings® Original Hot Sauce.
Prep Time: 30 minutes Marinating Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Difficulty: Medium
INGREDIENTS
- 14 oz (400g) Fresh tilapia fillets (or mahi-mahi)
- 1/2 cup (50g) Mr. Wings® Cajun Seasoning
- 1.5 cups (150g) Fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 medium (150g) Fresh avocado, diced or sliced
- 1/2 cup (100g) Roma tomato, diced
- 3/4 cup (150g) Red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp (50ml) Mr. Wings® Original Hot Sauce
- 8–12 small Corn tortillas
- 1.5 tbsp (20ml) Vegetable or corn oil
- For Serving: Mr. Wings® Habanero Cream Sauce
INSTRUCTIONS
Season & Marinate
- Generously coat both sides of the tilapia fillets with Mr. Wings® Cajun Seasoning.
- Cover and let rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the fish.
Make the Spicy Pineapple Salsa
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, tomato, sliced red onion, and Mr. Wings® Original Hot Sauce.
- Toss gently until well mixed and set aside.
Sear the Fish
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned tilapia fillets and cook for about 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F / 63°C).
- Remove from the pan and slice or flake the fish into strips.
Assemble
- Warm the corn tortillas on a hot griddle or skillet.
- Layer sliced cajun fish onto each tortilla and top with the pineapple-tomato salsa and fresh avocado slices.
SERVING SUGGESTION
Plate three tacos per serving with fresh lime wedges and a side ramekin of Mr. Wings® Habanero Cream Sauce for dipping or drizzling.
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