Spicy Tilapia
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Spicy Tilapia recipe—a perfect blend of bold spices and zesty citrus flavors! Featuring tender tilapia fillets coated in a smoky rub made with paprika, chili powder, cumin, and a hint of cayenne, this dish brings just the right amount of heat to your table. A splash of fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor, while a quick pan-fry in olive oil creates a beautifully golden, flaky fish that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Topped with optional fresh cilantro and served with lemon wedges for a tangy finish, this quick and healthy seafood recipe is ideal for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Whether paired with rice, a crisp salad, or roasted vegetables, this flavorful tilapia dish is sure to become a dinner favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Pat the tilapia fillets dry using paper towels and place them on a clean plate.
In a small bowl, mix together paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets, gently pressing to ensure the seasonings adhere to the fish.
Drizzle the fillets with lemon juice, ensuring they are evenly coated.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, place the tilapia fillets into the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the fillets for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then carefully flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side until the fish is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the fillets from the skillet and transfer them to a serving plate.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.3 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1462 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 106.4 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1909 mg | 41% | |
*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.
