Description
This Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa recipe combines the spicy, smoky flavors of blackened seasoning with the fresh, sweet, and tangy notes of homemade mango salsa. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a vibrant and healthy dish perfect for a quick dinner that serves four.
Ingredients
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For the Tilapia
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Mango Salsa
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeno, minced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet: Preheat your grill or a heavy skillet over medium-high heat to ensure a hot cooking surface for perfect blackening.
- Prepare the tilapia: Rub each tilapia fillet with olive oil, then evenly coat both sides with the blackening seasoning to infuse flavor.
- Cook the tilapia: Place the seasoned fillets on the grill or skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until the fish is blackened and cooked through, opaque and flakes easily.
- Make the mango salsa: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, minced jalapeno, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir well to blend the fresh flavors.
- Serve: Plate the blackened tilapia and generously top with the mango salsa for a delightful contrast of smoky and sweet tastes.
Notes
- Blackening seasoning can be store-bought or homemade using a blend of paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- If you don’t have a grill, a cast-iron skillet works best for achieving a good blackened crust.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on desired spice level.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or leafy greens for a balanced meal.
- Ensure the mango is ripe for sweetness in the salsa.
