Description
This Grilled Tilapia with Smoky Paprika Rub recipe is a flavorful and easy way to enjoy tender, flaky fish. The smoky paprika rub adds depth to the tilapia, making it a perfect dish for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Tilapia Fillets:
4 tilapia fillets
Olive Oil:
2 tablespoons
Smoked Paprika:
1 tablespoon
Garlic Powder:
1 teaspoon
Onion Powder:
1/2 teaspoon
Dried Oregano:
1/2 teaspoon
Cayenne Pepper (optional):
1/2 teaspoon
Salt:
1/2 teaspoon
Black Pepper:
1/4 teaspoon
Lemon Wedges:
for serving
Fresh Parsley:
for garnish
Instructions
- Pat tilapia fillets dry and brush with olive oil. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fish.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill tilapia for 3-4 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the grill, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- You can also cook this recipe on a grill pan or in the oven under the broiler.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control the spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tilapia fillet
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
