Best 2 Pan Fried Cajun Tilapia Recipes

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Pan-fried Cajun tilapia is a flavorful and easy-to-prepare dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This versatile fish can be seasoned with a variety of spices and herbs, and it pairs well with a variety of sides, such as rice, vegetables, or potatoes. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will provide you with everything you need to know to make a delicious pan-fried Cajun tilapia dish that will tantalize your taste buds.

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PAN FRIED CAJUN TILAPIA



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This becomes a nice tender juicy fish and the breading mixture is excellent mix for this kind of fish. Most fish fillets will work but for this one tilapia works best. Works well with fresh cut fries or garlic and onion rice.

Provided by bggio

Categories     Cajun

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tilapia fillets
1/4 cup sunflower oil
2 eggs
1/2 lemon, juice of
4 tablespoons pancake mix or 4 tablespoons flour
4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (I use Paul Prudhomme seafood mix Optional)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

Steps:

  • blend the eggs with the lemon juice.
  • blend the herbs spices and pancake mix with the bread crumbs
  • dredge the fish in egg mixture.
  • then coat with bread crumb mixture completely.
  • heat enough oil in pan to fry in stainless steel pan.
  • Fry for approx 3 minutes per side on medium high heat.
  • you can play with the volume of bread to herb to flour/pancake ratio to get your desired favourite.

PAN FRIED CAJUN TILAPIA



Pan Fried Cajun Tilapia image

Great fish

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Tbsp flour
1 tsp cajun seasoning
1 egg white
2 tsp water
1/3 c bread crumbs
2 Tbsp cornmeal
4 skinless tilapia filets
1 Tbsp each butter and olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the flour & Cajun seasoning together in a baggie. Whisk the egg white and water together in a small bowl. Mix the breadcrumbs and cornmeal together in a separate bowl.
  • 2. Add the butter and oil to a large skillet. Place 1 filet in the baggie with flour and cajun seasoning. Shake it around and shake off excess, dip it in the egg white mixture then dredge into the breadcrumb corn meal mixture. Repeat with remaining filets.
  • 3. Fry in the butter/olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes each side.

Tips:

  • Use fresh tilapia fillets. Fresh tilapia fillets will have a firm texture and a mild flavor. Avoid using frozen tilapia fillets, as they will be more likely to fall apart when cooking.
  • Season the tilapia fillets with Cajun seasoning. Cajun seasoning is a blend of spices that typically includes paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. You can find Cajun seasoning at most grocery stores.
  • Pan-fry the tilapia fillets in a hot skillet. A hot skillet will help to sear the tilapia fillets and create a crispy crust. Cook the tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the pan-fried tilapia fillets with your favorite sides. Some popular sides for pan-fried tilapia fillets include rice, potatoes, and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Pan-fried Cajun tilapia is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tilapia fillets are seasoned with Cajun seasoning and then pan-fried until they are crispy and cooked through. Serve the pan-fried tilapia fillets with your favorite sides for a complete meal.

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