Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa

Spice up your seafood routine with this Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa. The tilapia, seasoned with a bold blend of spices, is seared to create a flavorful crust that contrasts beautifully with the sweet and tangy mango salsa.

This dish brings together the heat of the Caribbean with the freshness of tropical fruit, offering a perfect balance of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a beachside paradise.

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Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa

Course Main Course

Cuisine Caribbean

Keyword Mango Salsa, Tilapia

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 240kcal

Ingredients

For the tilapia:

• 4 tilapia fillets 6 oz each
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the mango salsa:

• 1 ripe mango diced
• 1/4 red onion finely diced
• 1 jalapeno seeded and minced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt to taste

Instructions

• Mix all spices for the tilapia in a small bowl.
• Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets.
• In a bowl, combine all ingredients for the mango salsa. Set aside.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Cook tilapia for 3-4 minutes per side, until blackened and cooked through.
• Serve tilapia immediately, topped with mango salsa.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fat: 8g
• Fiber: 2g

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the skillet is hot before adding the fish to achieve a good blackened crust.
• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the heat level.

Equipment Needed:

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowls
• Sharp knife and cutting board

Possible Substitutions:

• Use any firm white fish like cod or halibut instead of tilapia.
• Replace mango with pineapple or peach for a different fruit salsa.
• For a milder flavor, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper in the spice mix.