Pan-Seared Tilapia
Pan-seared tilapia is a quick and easy recipe that is ready in 10 minutes and made with a perfect combination of spices that will keep you hungry for more!
Servings: 6
Calories: 112kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pat the tilapia with a paper towel to get rid of excess moisture.6 tilapia fillets
- Mix all spices together in a bowl.½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon lemon pepper, ½ teaspoon salt
- Rub both sides of fish with spices.
- Place cast-iron pan on high heat and add olive oil when heated.2 tablespoon olive oil
- When the oil gets hot, place the tilapia in pan and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Don't skip patting the fish with a paper towel before searing. You want to get as much moisture off the fish so that it crisps up nicely when seared.
- You can use this delectable fish seasoning or this creole seasoning for even more flavor.
- Make sure the oil is very hot to get a nice sear on the tilapia.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcal | Protein: 23g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 331mg