Spicy Grilled Tilapia with Aioli
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this zesty and flavorful Spicy Grilled Tilapia with Aioli recipe, perfect for seafood lovers craving a bold kick. Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned with a smoky spice rub featuring paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, then grilled to perfection, ensuring a light, flaky texture with a hint of char. Paired with a creamy homemade garlic aioli, infused with Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a splash of lemon juice, this dish strikes the perfect balance of heat and refreshing tang. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet impressive recipe is ideal for a quick family meal or elegant entertaining. Serve alongside fresh lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor, and pair with grilled veggies or a crisp green salad to complete the meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 whole Lemon
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 piece Garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
Brush each tilapia fillet with olive oil, then evenly coat both sides with the spice rub.
Cut the lemon in half. Reserve one half for juicing and the other half for slicing into wedges for serving.
In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, juice from half the lemon, and chopped parsley. Stir well to make the aioli and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Oil your grill grates lightly to prevent sticking. Place the tilapia fillets on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the fillets from the grill and let them rest for a minute.
Serve the grilled tilapia immediately with a dollop of aioli on the side and lemon wedges for squeezing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 127.5 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 346 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 2988 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 106.7 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1837 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
