Blackened Tilapia

Okay, I think of tilapia as a blank slate; it is just waiting for a cook to do something fun and interesting and wake up the flavor. This may be the easiest recipe ever, so it is the perfect place to start.

You need 1 tilapia fillet per person, about a tablespoon of blackening seasoning per fillet (I used Zataran's), and olive oil for the skillet.

1. Heat about a tablespoon or two of the olive oil in the skillet.
2. Rub each side of each fillet with the seasoning.
3. Place fillets in the hot oil, and brown on each side.

That's all there is to it.

Variations: You can make each fillet into a fish sandwich. Just add a slice of tomato, a bit of lettuce, and your favorite roll or bread.

Serving suggestions:
In the summer serve with a bean salad and a tossed salad.
In the winter serve it over garlic smashed potatoes with a side of green beans.

Preparation is as easy as it gets. Flavor is spicy and satisfying.

Fishy Challenge

For the next fifty weeks I am trying a new fish recipe every week. I will blog about the ease of preparation as well as the "yumminess" factor. At the end of the fifty weeks I hope to have a collection of fish recipes that boasts both variety and healthy goodness. Let's enjoy!