PAN-FRIED TILAPIA WITH MANGO SALSA

Pan-Fried Tilapia with Mango Salsa image

Provided by Kathy D

Categories Fish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tilapia fillets
vegetable oil
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (or you can use cayenne)
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
white rice, for serving
vegetable medley, for serving
lemon pepper, to taste
MANGO SALSA:
1 c tomatoes, diced
1/2 c red onion, diced
1/4 c hot pepper, diced
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 tsp white vinegar
1/2 tsp granulated garlic
1/2 c mango, chopped

Steps:

1. Preheat a cast iron skillet on medium heat. Brush both sides of the tilapia with oil. Sprinkle the seasonings over both sides of the tilapia, to taste.
2. Pan-fry the tilapia, carefully turning once. Cook to an internal temp of 145 degrees F.
3. Meanwhile, cook the rice according to package directions, and steam the vegetable medley, season with the lemon pepper to taste.
4. Mango Salsa: Mix all of the ingredients, except the mango. Just before serving, add the mango and mix lightly.
5. To Serve: Top the fish with the salsa and serve alongside the rice and veggies. Enjoy!