Blackened Tilapia - a keeper for sure!

I made Blackened Tilapia on Wednesday night. I've made a version of this before for tilapia tacos, but I think I like this recipe MUCH better. Next time I will cut down the oregano, though. I thought it was somewhat overpowering. Hubby says its his fave fish recipe I've made. I really liked it too! I served it with roasted asparagus, zuccini and red pepper and a fruit salad. The lime on top of the tilapia is a must, as well...don't skimp!

Blackened Tilapia

Ingredients

·        1-1/2 teaspoons paprika

·        1-1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar

·        1 teaspoon dried oregano

·        3/4 teaspoon garlic powder

·        1/2 teaspoon cumin

·        1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

·        1 teaspoon salt

·        4 six-ounce tilapia fillets

·        1 lime, cut into wedges (optional, for serving)

·        Olive oil, for cooking

Instructions

1.    Combine the paprika, brown sugar, oregano, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper and salt in a small bowl; mix until well combined (use your fingers to break up the lumps of brown sugar). Sprinkle the spice rub evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets.

2.    Heat two tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat in a large non-stick pan. Cook the fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until reddish-brown on the outside and flaky on the inside. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

 On a side note- I'm still stuck at 20 lbs. I've actually gained 1 lb, although I have absolutely no idea how or why. About 85% of all my size 10 pants and shorts fit now. Like I said - 3-4 more lbs and I'll be exactly where I want to be. 4 more weeks to do it!