Pan Seared Cajun Tilapia

Submitted by BetterLate

"Based on recipe from grouprecipes.com. Hubby LOVES it! Great with steamed broccoli and red potatoes. Quick and easy! Pretty spicy though."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 lbs tilapia fillets
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (like Slap Yo' Mama)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or less to none if your not from Texas)
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lemon, wedges for garnish

directions

1. Thaw and dry filets.
2. Mix all but the oils in a small bowl. Dry rub spice mix onto both sides of each filet.
3. Heat 1/2 of both oils in a large skillet over med-hi heat.
4. In batches, cook about 2-3 minutes on each side depending on the thickness. Repeat for the rest of the fish adding oil as needed.
5. Serve with lemon wedges.

Reviews

[Pamela S.]

It was absolutely delicious!! I personally added another tsp is salt but we love it!!! Definitely saving this quick and yummy dinner for softball game nights!!!

 

[Emma T.]

Followed the instructions as written - it has a great kick, flavor, and has found its way into my 'make again' recipe collection.

 

[Shalequa C.]

My family loved this recipe. Didn't add the Cayenne though, but still came out great. Will definitely do again.

 

[Will S.]

Very flavorful, could be spicier though.Just kidding plenty spicy for the average person and a great recipe.

 

[The Spice Guru]

This is an unbeatable recipe. I didn't change a thing and the flavors were umami-perfect! I served this alongside Foodie Friend's "Smashed Cauliflower-Potatoes" for ALL YOU CAN COOK BUFFET 2011. I will definitely be making this again. Thanks, BetterLate!