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Blackened White Tilapia Fillets with Tangy Lime Mango Slaw

Cajun-crusted tender white fish fillets paired with fresh diced mango purple cabbage slaw.

Mild, flaky white tilapia coated in smoky blackened seasoning and pan-seared to golden perfection, paired with an invigorating sweet mango and purple cabbage slaw and quinoa.

⏱PREP TIME15 min
🔥COOK TIME10 min
🍱BATCH YIELD4 Meals
🧊SHELF LIFE3 Days
Blackened White Tilapia Fillets with Tangy Lime Mango Slaw
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Blackened Tilapia

Fresh Mango Slaw

Step-by-Step Batch Method

6 Chef Steps
  1. 1

    Pat fish dry and coat both sides with blackened seasoning.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fish for 3 to 4 minutes per side until flaky.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, toss shredded cabbage, diced mango, cilantro, and lime juice.

  4. 4

    Place quinoa and blackened fish into primary container compartment.

  5. 5

    Pack cold mango slaw into secondary compartment.

  6. 6

    Seal lids and refrigerate up to 3 days.

👨‍🍳 Pro Meal Prep Tips for This Dish

  • Keep slaw cold: keeping the mango slaw separate preserves tropical crunch.
  • White fish versatility: substitute cod, mahi-mahi, or halibut if preferred.
  • Fast weeknight cooking: tilapia thaws and cooks in 10 minutes flat.