Salsa tilapia

This recipe calls for taco seasoning, which I also like to make…sorry Ortega! It’s super easy and I usually have all the ingredients in my cupboard.

Taco seasoning

Taco seasoning
Makes: About 4 Tbsp

Ingredients
1 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp chili powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
1/4 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp paprika
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp sea salt

Directions: Mix all ingredients together and store in an air-tight container.

Ok, back to tilapia…actually this recipe would probably work with any type of white, flaky fish (such as catfish, cod, flounder). The heat (spice) in this recipe can be adjusted to your taste by increasing or decreasing the amount of taco seasoning used, and the type of salsa you use. I am a “medium” salsa girl, usually black bean and corn. 

Pan-frying action

Salsa tilapia
Serves: 3-4

Ingredients
1 egg
1/2 cup bread crumbs
2 tsp taco seasoning
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb tilapia (usually 3-4 fillets)
1 jar salsa (16 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions
1. Beat egg in a shallow bowl. Mix bread crumbs and taco seasoning in a separate shallow bowl. Dip each fillet in egg, then coat with bread crumbs (on both sides).
2. Heat olive oil in a large saute pan on medium heat. Add breaded tilapia fillets and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. 
3. Flip tilapia fillets, then spread salsa over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Cover and cook until fish is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Enjoy!

A healthy dinner