Tilapia is a great go-to fish because you can always find it at the grocery store! Its mild flavor blends nicely with a wide range of toppings and seasoning, as the Pan-Fried Tilapia demonstrates. This lightly fried recipe is crispy and flaky with a touch of heat and sweetness, perfect for pairing with potatoes or a slaw salad. Pan-Fried Tilapia takes less than half an hour to make so it can become a weeknight favorite in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 4 (5-6-ounce) tilapia fillets
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil, divided
Directions
Step 1 –Combine the flour, the garlic powder, the onion powder, the chili powder, and the cumin in a bowl.
Step 2 –Season the tilapia fillets with the salt and the pepper.
Step 3 –Place each fillet in the flour mixture and tap off any excess.
Step 4 –Heat a large skillet over medium heat on the stovetop.
Step 5 –Add 1 tablespoon of the oil.
Step 6 –Once the oil is hot, cook 2 of the fillets at a time until the exterior is a golden-brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
Step 7 –Repeat these steps with the other 2 fillets.
Step 8 –Serve immediately.
