Best 14 Blackened Tilapia Recipes

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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.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BIG DADDY'S BLACKENED TILAPIA



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     main-dish

Time 31m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried ground thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/2 lemon, juiced

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



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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

½ small head red cabbage, shredded
¼ red onion, grated
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
½ cup sour cream
1 lime, juiced, divided
1 tablespoon honey
1 chipotle chili pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 avocados
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
¼ onion, minced
½ teaspoon sriracha sauce, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground red chile pepper
4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon canola oil

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



Cilantro-Lime Quinoa Bowl with Blackened Tilapia image

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

1 ½ tablespoons paprika
½ tablespoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 tilapia fillets
1 cup water
½ cup quinoa
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 large lime, zested and juiced
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce, or to taste
1 cup fresh spinach leaves, or to taste
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 Roma tomato, chopped
1 avocado, chopped
2 tablespoons roasted pepitas, or to taste
2 wedges lime

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



OVEN BAKED BLACKENED TILAPIA image

Categories     Fish     Bake     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Healthy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound tilapia fillets
2 T extra-virgin olive oil
Blackening Rub
3 T Paprika
1 t salt
1 T onion powder
1 t black pepper
½ to 1 t cayenne pepper
1 t thyme
1 t oregano
½ t garlic powder
Simple Tarter Sauce
⅓ cup mayonnaise
2 t lemon juice
1 t sweet pickle relish
¼ t onion powder

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)



Blackened Grilled Tilapia Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by henwiller

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 to 6 tilapia
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons lemon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground red pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons basil, dried and crushed
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup unsalted butter, melted

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



BLACKENED TILAPIA FISH FILLETS image

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

BLACKENED TILAPIA FISH FILLETS
3 Tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp dried ground thyme
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
FOR THE FISH
4 fish fillets
2 Tbsp grapeseed oil
1/2 lemon, (squezzed )

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)



Oven Baked Blackened Tilapia Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by á-46991

Number Of Ingredients 14

TARTAR SAUCE:
1 pound tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons Paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

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)



Big Daddy's Blackened Tilapia (With a Little Something Extra) image

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

3 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried ground thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil (can sub olive oil)
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 small garlic clove, finely minced
1 dash salt

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



Salted and Blackened Tilapia image

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

2 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

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)



Blackened Catfish Po' Boy (Can Sub Tilapia or Salmon) image

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

1 tablespoon sweet paprika (plus the 1 teaspoon below)
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon cayenne (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sugar
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 (8 ounce) catfish fillets (or tilapia or salmon)
vegetable oil (for frying)
4 French baguettes or 4 hoagie rolls, split and toasted
tartar sauce
shredded iceberg lettuce
tomatoes, slices

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



BIG DADDY'S BLACKENED TILAPIA image

Categories     Fish

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Blackening Spice:
3 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried ground thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For Fish:
4 tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/2 lemon, juiced

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



BLACKENED TILAPIA image

Categories     Fish

Number Of Ingredients 1

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Steps:

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BLACKENED TILAPIA WITH SECRET HOBO SPICES



Blackened Tilapia with Secret Hobo Spices image

I found this recipe in the pocket of a sleeping hobo lying by the railroad tracks. Where a hobo gets Tilapia from I have no clue.

Provided by Six Pack To Go

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 pinch garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon celery seed
1 tablespoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 pound tilapia fillets
1 lemon, cut into wedges
4 slices white bread
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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



Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini Noodles image

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

2 large zucchini (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup pico de gallo

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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