Best 2 Pan Fried Cajun Tilapia Recipes

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Cajun-style cooking is known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. Pan-fried Cajun tilapia is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe uses simple ingredients and can be on the table in under 30 minutes. The tilapia is coated in a flavorful Cajun spice blend and then pan-fried until golden brown and flaky. Serve with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

In addition to the pan-fried Cajun tilapia recipe, this article also includes recipes for Cajun tilapia in the air fryer, baked Cajun tilapia, and grilled Cajun tilapia. Each recipe has been carefully crafted to ensure that the tilapia is cooked perfectly and bursting with flavor. Whether you prefer pan-fried, air-fried, baked, or grilled tilapia, you are sure to find a recipe in this article that you will love. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a delicious and flavorful Cajun-style meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PAN FRIED CAJUN TILAPIA



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This becomes a nice tender juicy fish and the breading mixture is excellent mix for this kind of fish. Most fish fillets will work but for this one tilapia works best. Works well with fresh cut fries or garlic and onion rice.

Provided by bggio

Categories     Cajun

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tilapia fillets
1/4 cup sunflower oil
2 eggs
1/2 lemon, juice of
4 tablespoons pancake mix or 4 tablespoons flour
4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (I use Paul Prudhomme seafood mix Optional)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

Steps:

  • blend the eggs with the lemon juice.
  • blend the herbs spices and pancake mix with the bread crumbs
  • dredge the fish in egg mixture.
  • then coat with bread crumb mixture completely.
  • heat enough oil in pan to fry in stainless steel pan.
  • Fry for approx 3 minutes per side on medium high heat.
  • you can play with the volume of bread to herb to flour/pancake ratio to get your desired favourite.

PAN FRIED CAJUN TILAPIA



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Great fish

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Tbsp flour
1 tsp cajun seasoning
1 egg white
2 tsp water
1/3 c bread crumbs
2 Tbsp cornmeal
4 skinless tilapia filets
1 Tbsp each butter and olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the flour & Cajun seasoning together in a baggie. Whisk the egg white and water together in a small bowl. Mix the breadcrumbs and cornmeal together in a separate bowl.
  • 2. Add the butter and oil to a large skillet. Place 1 filet in the baggie with flour and cajun seasoning. Shake it around and shake off excess, dip it in the egg white mixture then dredge into the breadcrumb corn meal mixture. Repeat with remaining filets.
  • 3. Fry in the butter/olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes each side.

Tips:

  • Choose the right tilapia fillets. Look for fillets that are firm and white, with no signs of bruising or discoloration.
  • Season the tilapia fillets generously. Cajun seasoning is a blend of spices that typically includes paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. You can also add other spices to taste, such as cumin, oregano, or thyme.
  • Dredge the tilapia fillets in flour. This will help to create a crispy crust.
  • Pan-fry the tilapia fillets in hot oil. Be sure to cook the fillets until they are cooked through, but not overcooked.
  • Serve the tilapia fillets immediately. You can garnish the fillets with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro.

Conclusion:

Pan-fried Cajun tilapia is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tilapia fillets are seasoned with a flavorful Cajun seasoning and then pan-fried until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve the tilapia fillets with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

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