Spicy Fish Tacos

These spicy fish tacos are so very good. You will want to make them again and again! 

½ Teaspoon Paprika
¼ Teaspoon Salt
¼ Teaspoon Pepper
¼ Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder
¼ Teaspoon Cumin
3 Tilapia Filets
1 ½ Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Avocado
4 Corn Tortillas or Flour if you prefer

Measure out each of your seasonings and dump them all into a bowl.
Whisk them all together and voilà! You now have your very own blackening seasoning. I know, exciting things happening here. 

I like to lightly coat my tilapia with olive oil and then the seasoning adheres beautifully. Coat both sides generously with the mixture.

Next, take a cookie sheet and spread a small amount of olive oil all over. This will keep your fish from getting stuck to the pan. Place the fish on the pan and bake for about 15 minutes. You can also cook these in a skillet on your stove top. Your preference.

Now for the avocado! The avocado compliments these tacos so well! The fish on its own will be very spicy, but the avocado helps cancel some of it out without stealing the flavor. I have used mashed plain jane avocado and it was great. This last time I made these tacos I seasoned my avocado up a bit. I added a dusting of ground comino, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Not too much because the fish has so much flavor as it is but I thought it was just right!

Warm the tortillas. Spread as much or as little of the avocado on each tortilla as you wish. Place about half of a tilapia filet on to each taco. Break the filet apart a little bit. 

You can also serve with a little bit of fresh pico de gallo or salsa. You can certainly make any adjustments you like as usual. Sometimes I like to add in some corn or beans to switch things up and lately I also cook brown rice to fill them up even more.

As if the flavor isn't enough of a reason to love these savory fish tacos-it gets better!

The Facts!
Tilapia
First of all, it's cheap!
Contain's heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. These help with reduction in blood pressure and reduced risk for certain cancers, inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. Also they contain omega-6 fatty acids. Like omega-3s, these are polyunsaturated and help lower blood cholesterol levels, however they are thought to play a role in clotting function, are inflammatory and susceptible to oxidation — thereby possibly increasing risk for blood clots, arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and cancers.  credit

Avocado
Avocados can contribute nutrients that help your teeth and bones stay strong and healthy. Also contains nutrients that help your circulatory system and heart function normally. Your immune system plays a vital role in warding off illness and fighting infection. Nutrients in avocados help your muscles grow and develop, and assist in the formation of connective tissue. Nutrients in avocados help your body digest and metabolize food, turning it into the energy you need to move, work and play. The nutrients in avocados not only help you stay healthy on the inside, but the outside as well. credit

Corn Tortilla
One corn tortilla is a healthy source of fiber, with 1.5 g in each small serving. One of the most notable vitamins in a corn tortilla is niacin, or vitamin B3. According to MayoClinic.com, niacin is vitamin found in many enriched grain foods, like corn tortillas. In addition to being important for the production of energy, niacin may also contribute to a lower cholesterol level. Specifically, niacin may help boost your HDL, or beneficial, cholesterol. Consuming plenty of niacin may also help reduce your risk of atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. One corn tortilla supplies .36 g of niacin.In addition to niacin, corn tortillas contain a healthy dose of many other B vitamins. Klein reports that corn tortillas contain thiamine, pantothenic acid and folate as well. Your body needs plenty of B vitamins to turn your food into energy. B vitamins also help regulate your metabolism so you can be physically active; they also reduce your risk of suffering from fatigue and weakness. credit

Spicy foods
Studies show that cultures that eat the most spicy food have much lower incidence of heart attack and stroke. Spicy food has also been known to increase your metabolism. credit

I hope you enjoy this dish!

Please let me know if this was a hit for you and if you made any changes you're crazy about fill me in down below in the comments. I'm always up for something new.