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blackened tilapia with secret spices

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Recipe by
Cheryl Culver
@Cheriluv
Coyle, OK

I make my own seasoning for My Blackened Tilapia and it's much better than any store bought and I save $Money$, this is quick to make too and very tasty, it falls apart and doesn't this look tasty? Well trust me it really is. Try it and Enjoy Good Food

yield 4 serving(s)
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For blackened tilapia with secret spices

  • 3 Tbsp
    paprika, sweet mild
  • 1 Tbsp
    onion powder
  • 1 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1 tsp
    ground white pepper
  • 1 tsp
    ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp
    cayenne pepper(less to taste if you prefer)
  • 1 tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1 tsp
    dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp
    celery seed
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1 lb
    tilapia fillets
  • 1 lg
    lemon cut into wedges
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil

How To Make blackened tilapia with secret spices

  • 1
    How to make it: 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.
  • 2
    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, this is good served with rice. Pour pan juices over the rice and squeeze lemon juice all over.
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