Description
This Blackened Tilapia with Paleo Cole Slaw recipe is packed with flavor, full of nutrition and completely delicious. Its light and fresh and comforting at the same time.
Ingredients
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For the Blackened Tilapia
- 4 tilapia filets
- 4 tbsp grape seed oil
- 3 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 3 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Cole Slaw
- 1 bag of Trader Joe’s Cruciferous Crunch Collection (kale, brussels sprouts, broccoli, green cabbage and red cabbage)
- 2 tbsp Paleo Mayo
- 3 tbsp grape seed oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 lemon, juice of
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
For the Blackened Tilapia
- Mix all spices in a small bowl and set aside.
- Rub spice mix on the top and back of each tilapia filet. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Fifteen to twenty minutes before frying, remove filets from refrigerator. Place cast-iron skillet under medium heat and let pan get hot (about five minutes). Add oil and tilapia filets. Fry each side for about four minutes.
- Remove filets from pan, squeeze fresh lime or lemon on top and enjoy.
For the Cole Slaw
- Mix all ingredients (except Cruciferous Crunch Collection) in a small bowl.
- Place Cruciferous Crunch Collection in bowl (with lid) and add slaw mix. Close with lid and give it a nice shake, so that all veggies get coated with sauce. Add more sea salt and pepper if needed. Place in refrigerator until ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American