• Pat the tilapia filets dry, then divide 1 tablespoon oil across the tilapia and rub on all sides.
  (4) 6 oz fresh Tilapia Filets
• In a small bowl mix the seasonings. Stir to make sure no clumps of brown sugar remain.
  2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 ½ tsp brown sugar, 1 ½ tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp kosher salt, ¾ tsp onion powder , ½ tsp black pepper, optional for heat - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¾ tsp garlic powder
• Sprinkle the seasoning on all sides of the tilapia and lightly press to adhere to the fish.
• Heat a couple tablespoons of oil in a non-stick skillet. Once hot carefully lay the tilapia filets in the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side.

  Take care not to overcrowd the pan or the fish will steam instead of blacken. You will be better off cooking in two batches then trying to fit them all in a smaller pan.
  3 Tbsp oil
• Remove from the pan and squeeze lime wedges (or lemon) over the fish filets.

  Let cool for a few minutes and then serve!

Serving

• Serve with lemon or lime wedges on the side. Would also be great with Cajun Aioli, Tartar Sauce or Jalapeno Tartar Sauce.
• This Blackened Tilapia is great with Cajun Rice and Roasted Broccoli, or a Skillet Dirty Rice and Beans or a store bought box of Dirty Rice or Beans and Rice.