Cajun-Citrus Tilapia Recipe

Name: Cajun-Citrus Tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tilapia filets; 1 tbsp cajun seasoning; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp thyme; minced; 1/2 tsp ground white pepper; 1 grapefruit; zested; 1 orange; zested; 2 lemons; zested; 1 sea salt; 1 EVOO; as needed

Servings: persons

8 tilapia filets
1 tbsp cajun seasoning
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp thyme; minced
1/2 tsp ground white pepper
1 grapefruit; zested
1 orange; zested
2 lemons; zested
1 sea salt
1 EVOO; as needed

1
Drizzle just enough oil over fish to cover.
2
Season.
3
Keep zest for garnish.
4
Slice the fruits into medium-thin slices.
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Lay half across the bottom of a baking sheet.
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Place filets on top.
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Cover with slices of fruits.
8
Keep a few slices for plating.
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Bake at 400 for approximately 8 minutes or until thermometer reaches 145
10
Garnish with slice of fruit and/or parsley
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Try marinating in orange juice or white wine!
12
Variations; Capers, lemon or orange peel seasoning, coriander seed, cilantro, mustard, sriracha, lime, basil, oregano, herbes de provence, celery salt, poppy seeds, coconut milk, tarragon, mango, dill, pineapple, allspice, saffron, paprika

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tilapia filets, 1 tbsp cajun seasoning, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Cajun-Citrus Tilapia falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cajun-Citrus Tilapia

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