Blackened Tilapia Recipe

Name: Blackened Tilapia
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: For the Blackening Spice Mixture:; 4 tablespoons paprika; 1 1/2 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon granulated garlic; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1/2 tablespoon white pepper; 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano; 1/2 tablespoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; For the Tilapia:; 4 (5-ounce) tilapia fillets; 2 tablespoons olive oil; For the Tartar Sauce:; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon capers; 1 teaspoon coarse-grain mustard; Salt and pepper (to taste); For Garnish:; 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped); Lemon wedges

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 20 mins

Servings: 4 fillets

Yield: 4 servings

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When you want to make blackened fish for dinner, it's important to start with the best blackening seasoning. This homemade version combines a bunch of amazing spices. Don't be surprised if you are tempted to double the amounts and save some for the next time you crave blackened fish. In addition, if you store the seasoning mixture in an airtight container it makes for a great gift.

This version of blackened tilapia is baked in the oven instead of searing on the stovetop. This means dinner is ready in 20 minutes and cleanup is a breeze. You also won't have to worry about turning on the oven vent or opening a window from the smoke that results from searing on the stovetop. While the tilapia is baking, there's just enough time to make a homemade tartar sauce to serve with the fish.

To plate, serve the blackened tilapia over a bed of white rice, then sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the fish for a burst of color. Serve with lemon wedges to squeeze over the fillets just before taking that first perfect bite.

What Is Tilapia?

For the Blackening Spice Mixture:

4 tablespoons paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1/2 tablespoon white pepper
1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme

For the Tilapia:

4 (5-ounce) tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Tartar Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon capers
1 teaspoon coarse-grain mustard
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For Garnish:

1/4 cup parsley chopped
1 fruit (2-3/8" dia) lemon

Gather the ingredients.

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Preheat oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil.
To prepare blackening spice mixture, stir together paprika, salt, granulated garlic, onion powder, black pepper, white pepper, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and dried thyme in a small bowl.

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Brush both sides of tilapia fillets with oil.

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Cover fillets with blackening seasoning on both sides and press to adhere.

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Place fillets on prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for about 10 minutes.

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Meanwhile, prepare tartar sauce. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, lemon juice, capers, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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The fish is done when it is nicely browned and flakes with a fork. Top with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
561	Calories
33g	Fat
35g	Carbs
42g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories	561
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 33g	42%
Saturated Fat 6g	29%
Cholesterol 92mg	31%
Sodium 2854mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 35g	13%
Dietary Fiber 10g	36%
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 42g
Vitamin C 114mg	571%
Calcium 142mg	11%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1162mg	25%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.