Embark on a culinary journey with our blackened tilapia recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the art of searing tilapia fillets in a sizzling skillet, creating a crispy, blackened crust that locks in the fish's natural juices. Dive into a world of bold Cajun spices, aromatic herbs, and zesty citrus, all coming together to deliver a perfectly balanced and flavorful dish.
Explore variations that cater to diverse preferences, from a classic blackened tilapia with its smoky, slightly spicy charm to a piquant blackened tilapia with a tangy lemon-herb sauce. Indulge in a healthier version with blackened tilapia tacos, where succulent fish meets a medley of fresh vegetables, wrapped in warm tortillas. For a hearty meal, savor blackened tilapia with a creamy avocado salsa, where the richness of avocado pairs perfectly with the spicy fish.
Each recipe is meticulously crafted to guide you through the cooking process, ensuring a flawless blackened tilapia experience. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, these recipes empower you to create a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.
BIG DADDY'S BLACKENED TILAPIA
Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.
Categories main-dish
Time 31m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine all of the spices. Press a heaping tablespoon of the spice mix onto each fillet so that both sides are liberally coated. Allow the fish to sit for 15 minutes at room temperature prior to cooking.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is almost smoking, add the fillets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with lemon juice and transfer the fillets to serving platter.
BLACKENED TILAPIA FISH TACOS
Awesome, easy tilapia fish tacos that leave you feeling full but not sluggish! Serve in tortillas with cheese.
Provided by Jenn
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Place cabbage and red onion in large bowl with cilantro. Mix sour cream, 1/2 the lime juice, honey, chipotle pepper, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper together in a separate bowl. Pour dressing over the cabbage mixture. Let marinate, 30 minutes to overnight.
- Combine avocados, jalapeno pepper, minced onion, and sriracha sauce in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper; mash to make the guacamole.
- Combine the remaining lime juice, brown sugar, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, cumin, and ground red chile in another bowl. Sprinkle evenly over tilapia fillets.
- Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add tilapia; cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 3 minutes per side. Serve fish topped with slaw and guacamole.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 49.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 357.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
CILANTRO-LIME QUINOA BOWL WITH BLACKENED TILAPIA
This is my take on the cilantro-lime quinoa bowl from everyone's favorite Mexican-inspired coastal fast food chain. It turned out pretty good. You can season the tilapia or buy the pre-seasoned ones at the market. If you have an Aldi grocery nearby, they have a fresh tilapia seasoned with a Southwest rub, which is perfect for this recipe.
Provided by Raluca
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Combine paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, and garlic powder in a bowl. Rub about 1 tablespoon of the mixture on each side of both tilapia fillets, making sure to use up all the seasoning. Let fillets sit while preparing the quinoa, about 15 minutes.
- Combine water, quinoa, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat to low. Cook until quinoa absorbs all the liquid, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in lime zest, juice, and cilantro. Season with salt.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook tilapia fillets until fish flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Arrange romaine lettuce and spinach over 2 bowls. Divide tilapia, cooked quinoa, black beans, and tomato over the bowls. Top with avocado and pepitas. Serve each portion with a lime wedge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 680.8 calories, Carbohydrate 73.4 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 24.5 g, Protein 42.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1355.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
OVEN BAKED BLACKENED TILAPIA
Categories Fish Bake Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Healthy
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 425 convection. Combine 3 T paprika, 1 t salt, 1 T onion powder,1 t black pepper, ½ to 1 t cayenne pepper, 1 t dry thyme, 1 t dry oregano and ½ t garlic powder. 2. Line a sheet pan with foil and add 2 T olive oil. Brush it over the foil in any area that will have fish. 3. Rinse and pat dry 1 pound of tilapia. Brush with olive oil. Cover the fillets with the spices and rub it in (both sides). 4. Place on the oiled pan and give a light spray of PAM. Place in the preheated oven. 5. If you want a homemade tarter sauce, combine ⅓ cup mayo, 2 t lemon juice, 1 t sweet pickle relish and ¼ t onion powder. Mix well. 6. Cook until nicely brown and flaky. This is about 10-11 minutes for big fillets and a minute or two less for small to medium fillets.
BLACKENED GRILLED TILAPIA RECIPE - (4.1/5)
Provided by henwiller
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat your grill on high for at least 5 minutes. Mix all of the seasonings in a bowl. Dip the tilapia fillets in melted butter and coat with seasonings. Place fillets on the grill and cook for 2 minutes on each side.
BLACKENED TILAPIA FISH FILLETS
I myself am not a seafood or fish eater, but my husband and grandkids love both. Hope you enjoy it.
Provided by April Alvarez
Categories Fish
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. In a small bowl combine all of the spices. Press a heaping tablespoon of spice mix onto each fillet so that both sides are liberally coated. Sllow the fish to sit for 15 minutes at room temperature prior to cooking.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over midium-high heat. Once the oil is almost smoking, add the fillets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Sprinkle withl lemon juice and transfer the fillets to serving platter.
OVEN BAKED BLACKENED TILAPIA RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by á-46991
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees fahrenheit. Combine 3 tablespoons paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon onion powder,1 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon dry thyme, 1 teaspoon dry oregano and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Line a sheet pan with foil and add 2 tablespoon olive oil. Brush it over the foil in any area that will have fish. Place on the oiled pan and give the fish a light spray of PAM. Place in the preheated oven.6.Cook until nicely brown and flaky. This is about 10-11 minutes for big fillets and a minute or two less for small to medium fillets If you want a homemade tartar sauce, combine 1/3 cup mayo, 2 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder. Mix well.
BIG DADDY'S BLACKENED TILAPIA (WITH A LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA)
This is Big Daddy's recipe alrighty, but I added a Lemon Aioli recipe as an alternative to the squirt of lemon. I think it's even better.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Tilapia
Time 31m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- To make the aioli: beat cream in a small bowl with a whisk until stiff peaks form. Fold in remaining ingredients until blended. Cover mixture and chill. Store leftovers in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- In a small bowl combine all of the spices. Press a heaping tablespoon of the spice mix onto each fillet so that both sides are liberally coated. Allow the fish to sit for 15 minutes at room temperature prior to cooking.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is almost smoking, add the fillets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with lemon juice or a dollop of Lemon Aioli.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.2, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 28, Sodium 840.5, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.8, Protein 1.8
SALTED AND BLACKENED TILAPIA
A very easy and tasty quick dinner. I serve this with Sweet Pepper Rice plus a green vegetable. Dinner's on the table in less than 30 minutes!
Provided by Diamond Crystal Salt
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Diamond Crystal® Salt
Time 9m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Lightly salt one side of each tilapia filets with Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt. Rub Cajun seasoning on both sides of the filets.
- Heat oil over medium-high heat in a skillet.
- When the oil is hot, carefully place filets in the skillet. Fry each side until richly browned and fish flakes easily, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Place tilapia on a warmed plate; cover with foil for a few minutes to let rest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1483.6 mg
BLACKENED CATFISH PO' BOY (CAN SUB TILAPIA OR SALMON)
Make and share this Blackened Catfish Po' Boy (Can Sub Tilapia or Salmon) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the paprika, oregano, thyme, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder and sugar. (You can omit this step and use your favorite packaged blackening spice mix.).
- Pat catfish fillets dry with paper towels. Brush lightly with oil, then season well with salt and pepper. Sprinkle liberally with blackening spice mix, gently pressing spices onto fish to adhere.
- Coat bottom of a large, non-stick frying pan with vegetable oil. Heat over medium-high heat until oil is shimmering. Add catfish and fry until cooked through, 3-4 minutes per side. Do not overcrowd pan. Work in batches and keep warm in a low oven.
- Spread toasted rolls with tartar sauce. Place one fillet on each roll, then top with lettuce and tomato. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.9, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 124.7, Sodium 552.6, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3, Protein 42.5
BIG DADDY'S BLACKENED TILAPIA
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine all of the spices. Press a heaping tablespoon of the spice mix onto each fillet so that both sides are liberally coated. Allow the fish to sit for 15 minutes at room temperature prior to cooking. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is almost smoking, add the fillets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with lemon juice and transfer the fillets to serving platter.
BLACKENED TILAPIA
Categories Fish
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
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BLACKENED TILAPIA WITH SECRET HOBO SPICES
Steps:
- In a small bowl or jar with a lid, make the spice blend. Mix together the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, celery seed and kosher salt. Coat the fish fillets with the spice mixture, and allow to sit at room temperature for no longer than 30 minutes.
- Heat a heavy skillet over high heat. Add oil, and heat until it is almost smoking. Place the fillets in the pan, and cook for about 3 minutes per side, or until fish is opaque and can be flaked with a fork. Remove from the pan, and place onto slices of white bread. Pour pan juices over them and squeeze lemon juice all over. Do not underestimate the white bread. It gets quite tasty soaking up all the juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1687.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
BLACKENED TILAPIA WITH ZUCCHINI NOODLES
I love quick and bright meals like this one-skillet wonder. The way it tastes, you'd think it takes a lot more effort, but it goes from prep to dinner table in half an hour. The recipe works well with any light fish, or even shrimp. -Tammy Brownlow, Dallas, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Trim ends of zucchini. Using a spiralizer, cut zucchini into thin strands., Mix cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, smoked paprika, pepper and garlic powder; sprinkle generously onto both sides of tilapia. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. In batches, cook tilapia until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from pan; keep warm., In same pan, cook zucchini with garlic over medium-high heat until slightly softened, 1-2 minutes, tossing constantly with tongs (do not overcook). Sprinkle with remaining salt. Serve with tilapia and pico de gallo.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To ensure the tilapia fillets are evenly cooked, make sure they are of uniform thickness. If necessary, use a sharp knife to trim them to an even size.
- The blackened seasoning mix is what gives this dish its signature flavor. Be sure to use a generous amount of it, pressing it into the fish so that it adheres well.
- Cooking the tilapia fillets over high heat helps to create a crispy crust while keeping the inside moist and flaky. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan, as this will prevent the fish from cooking evenly.
- If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a nonstick skillet instead. However, cast iron skillets are ideal for this recipe as they retain heat well and help to create a flavorful crust.
- Serve the blackened tilapia immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular choices include rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
This blackened tilapia recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious and flavorful meal. The blackened seasoning mix gives the fish a crispy crust and a smoky flavor, while the inside remains moist and flaky. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress. So next time you're looking for a simple but delicious seafood recipe, give this blackened tilapia a try!
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