Blackened Tilapia with Coleslaw

Spicy, crispy blackened tilapia fillets served with a refreshing, creamy coleslaw and a quick cornbread for a vibrant, satisfying meal that brings a taste of the South to your table.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 25 min
• Servings: 1
• Cuisine: American
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $4.72/serving

Dietary

• Nut-Free
• Soy-Free
• Pescatarian
• High-Protein

Tags

• quick
• fry
• spicy
• savory
• comfort food
• budget-friendly

Ingredients

• 1 tilapia fillet (5-6 ounce)
• 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup pre-shredded coleslaw mix
• 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 0.5 cup cornbread mix
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Preheat a skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes. While it heats, pat 1 tilapia fillet dry with paper towels and rub all over with 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning.
2. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the hot skillet. Carefully place the seasoned tilapia in the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until the exterior is dark and crusty and the fish flakes easily.
3. While the fish cooks, prepare the coleslaw: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Add 1 cup pre-shredded coleslaw mix and toss to coat.
4. Prepare the cornbread: Follow package directions for a single serving or small portion. Often, this involves mixing 1/2 cup cornbread mix with milk and 1 egg, then microwaving or baking in a small ramekin for a few minutes.
5. Serve the blackened tilapia immediately with the creamy coleslaw and warm cornbread.

Notes

For a lighter coleslaw, use plain Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 33.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 40.5 g
• Fat: 28.5 g
• Fiber: 6.2 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Saturated Fat: 6.8 g
• Sugar: 10.1 g
• Cholesterol: 120 mg