Our favorite way to serve tilapia! Chili Lime Tilapia has an easy, but flavorful spice rub before you pan sear the fish. Top with a squeeze of lime juice and our mango salsa recipe for a healthy dinner recipe. You may also love our paleo battered fish!
In a medium sized bowl, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion and the jalapeños.
Add the finely chopped cilantro and mint and mix.
Add the lime juice and the salt and mix well. Taste and adjust the salt accordingly.
Cover and refrigerate to develop the flavors for at least 2 hours.
For the Chili Lime Tilapia:
If using frozen fish, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator. Or place it in a bowl of water for 20 to 30 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, garlic powder, salt, brown sugar and the lime zest. Mix well.
Pat dry the tilapia fillets with a paper towel.
Sprinkle the prepared seasoning mix liberally on both sides of the fish.
Heat the oil a nonstick or a cast iron pan over medium heat.
Gently add the fish fillets. Depending on the thickness of the fillets, pan fry for 3 to 4 minutes on one side.
Carefully flip and fry the other side for 2 to 3 minutes. You know the fish is done, when you poke on the thickest part and it flakes easily.
Transfer to the serving plate and squeeze lime juice over both the fillets.
To Serve:
Place the tilapia fillet on the dinner place. Top with the prepared Mango Salsa. Serve with rice and steamed or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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Notes
The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 2, with one serving being one piece of fish and half of the salsa. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate.