pan seared tilapia

This Pan Seared Tilapia is a great way to cook tilapia fillets to taste really good! Trust me, you will want to double this recipe. I tested the recipe using 1 pound of fillets but my family of 2 adults and 3 kids finished&nbsp;2 pounds at one go! The fish is out-of-this-world good!

Pan Seared Tilapia

tilapia fillets (4 fillets)

salt

black pepper

garlic powder

paprika

basil

olive oil

Place fillets on a large plate then rub the salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried basil and olive oil all over them.

In a skillet (preferably cast iron) heat 1 tablespoon of oil on high heat for about 3 minutes. Turn down the heat to medium then add two fillets to the pan. Let them cook on one side for about 4 minutes then flip to the other side and let them cook for another 3-4 minutes.Repeat the process with the remaining fillets and oil.

Serve warm with some lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish as needed. I love to serve this fish with my Mango Avocado Salsa on the side! You could also break it up and use&nbsp;in tacos or serve with any side dish you like. Enjoy, friends!

Pan seared tilapia is all about the breading and seasonings! Add a bit of paprika, salt, and pepper for a crispy, tasty fish fry.

Crunchy Breaded Pan Seared Tilapia

tilapia filets

olive oil (separated)

tsp kosher salt

tsp black pepper

panko breadcrumbs

smoked paprika

avocado (diced)

pico de gallo

lime

In a small bowl mix together the pico de gallo and diced avocado. Cover and refrigerate while you make the tilapia.

Avocado Salsa

Drizzle tilapia with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle panko crumbs on top, pressing gently to adhere. Sprinkle smoked paprika over the breaded tilapia. Turn and repeat on other side.

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tilapia filets and saute for 3 minutes, then carefully flip filets over and cook other side for 3 minutes.

Remove pan from heat, and transfer fish to serving plates. If desired, serve over steamed rice and top with avocado pico de gallo and fresh lime wedges.

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