Cajun Spiced Tilapia Recipe

Sizzle into flavor with this quick and easy Cajun Spiced Tilapia recipe! Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe delivers a burst of Cajun spices that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it's healthy, delicious, and adaptable to other flaky white fish. Impress your family with this restaurant-quality dish!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 247.6 kcal
Protein 69g
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cajun Spiced Tilapia

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How to Make Cajun Spiced Tilapia

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
  2. Gently pat 4 (4-6 ounce) tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Evenly coat both sides of the fish with the Cajun spice mixture.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is sizzling, add the fish fillets.
  4. Saute the tilapia for 4 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy! Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

32g

Carbs

0g