Blackened Tilapia
Description
Tilapia fillets are rubbed with a mix of secret spices, then pan-fried and served on white bread with a squeeze of lemon juice.
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons paprika
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon kosher salt, or to taste
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1 teaspoon ground white pepper
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon celery seed
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1 pinch garlic powder
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1 pound tilapia fillets
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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4 slices white bread
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1 lemon, cut into wedges
Directions
1
Mix together paprika, onion powder, salt, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, celery seed, and garlic powder in a large, shallow dish. Place tilapia fillets into the dish and coat well with spice mixture; allow to sit at room temperature for no more than 30 minutes.
2
Heat a heavy skillet over high heat. Add oil and heat until almost smoking. Place fillets in hot oil and cook until opaque and fish flakes easily with a fork, about 3 minutes per side.
3
Remove fillets onto white bread slices on a serving platter. Pour pan juices over the top and squeeze lemon juice all over.