Blackened Fish with Key Lime Tartar
"Experience the mouthwatering delight of Blackened Fish with Key Lime Tartar Sauce, a dish that transports you straight to the sunny shores of the Florida Keys. Whether you choose to prepare it in the oven or the air fryer, this recipe guarantees an explosion of flavor that’s simply irresistible!"
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray
- 4 pieces fresh skinned white fish fillets
- 3 cups cooked wild rice or brown rice
- lime wedges
- 1/4 cup reduced fat sour cream
- 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup finely chopped dill pickles plus 1 tablespoon pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
- 1 teaspoon fresh key lime juice
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Equipment Needed
- Air Fryer
Instructions
- 1
Mix together the ingredients for the tartar sauce and allow it to chill in the refrigerator until you're ready to plate the meal.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
- 3
Lightly mist both sides of the fish with oil, ensuring an even coating.
- 4
Generously apply the spice blend to both sides of the fish, ensuring it is thoroughly covered.
- 5
Lightly coat the air fryer basket with oil. In batches, arrange the fish in a single layer within the basket and cook at 400°F until the fish is easily flaked with a fork, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Flip the fish halfway through the cooking time, adjusting based on the thickness of the fillets.
- 6
Broil the fish approximately 6 inches from the heat source for 4 to 5 minutes, without the need to turn it.
- 7
On each plate, serve 3/4 cup of rice alongside one piece of fish, and divide the tartar sauce into four small bowls. Garnish with lime wedges.