Description
Experience the sizzle of a Spicy Grilled Tilapia Meal that balances bold chili heat and aromatic garlic in a quick and satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
4 medium fillets Fresh Tilapia
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry using paper towels
- Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the fillets, then coat both sides with the spice blend
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates
- Place the fish on the grill and cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side
- Check for doneness at an internal temperature of 145°F, then remove from the grill
- Let the fillets rest for two minutes before serving
Notes
For a milder dish, reduce cayenne and increase smoked paprika.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg