Tilapia seasoning recipe that is simple, quick to put together, and made with natural herbs and spices. This is the best seasoning for tilapia because it's packed full of flavor, will make the seasoned tilapia fillets, whole, or steaks delicious, and can also be used on other types of fish and seafood. Let me show you how to make it.
Tilapia Seasoning Recipe
This simple tilapia seasoning not only gives grilled, air-fried, baked tilapia fish or any seafood amazing flavor, but it is also easy, quick, and inexpensive to make.
It makes use of a few cupboard ingredients that you probably already have at home. No fancy or inaccessible ingredients are used! So simple yet so good.
This homemade Tilapia rub is healthier than store-bought because it is made with clean natural ingredients. No additives, preservatives, or artificial ingredients, unlike some store brands. With homemade you are sure of the ingredients and no hidden salt or sugar. It is a good fish seasoning you will love!
If you've been looking for what to season tilapia with then this is it without a doubt! You will get restaurant quality taste.
This seasoning for Tilapia can be used on fillets, loins, steaks, and whole Tilapia. Use for baked, grilled, boiled, or fried.
You can customize it to suit your taste. It is versatile and can be used on other types of fish and seafood like shrimp, mackerel, cod, haddock, sea bass, white fish, and scallops.
This recipe is plant-based, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Let me show you how to make it in simple steps.
Related: Salmon seasoning, Fish fry seasoning
Ingredients (What To Season Tilapia With)
The detailed list and measurements of the ingredients and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Paprika
Garlic granules
Onion granules
Parsley
Thyme
Oregano
Cayenne pepper
Salt
How To Make Tilapia Seasoning
Bring out all the ingredients needed.
Into a clean, dry bowl, add paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, onion granules, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Mix till all are well combined.
Transfer it to a clean, dry spice jar and store it in a cool dry place away from sunlight.
Use 1 tablespoon of this seasoning for every 250g/0.5lb of fish.
How To Season Tilapia
Seasoning Tilapia is quick and easy. Here's how to:
Clean and pat Tilapia fillets, or steaks dry with kitchen towels.
Brush with oil like olive oil, vegetable, or sunflower oil.
Sprinkle the seasoning on the fish covering all sides.
It's ready to cook or cover and put in the fridge to marinate.
Bring it out of the fridge, let it get to room temperature then cook.
Seasoned Tilapia can be cooked in the Air fryer, Instant Pot, Fried, or baked.
I recommend using a tablespoon of seasoning for every 250g of Tilapia.
How To Store
Transfer the seasoning to a clean, dry airtight container or spice jar, and label it with name and dates before storing it in a dry cool place away from direct sunlight.
When stored in the above condition, it can be preserved for up to 12 months depending on the expiry date of the individual herbs and spices. Go with the earliest expiry date.
Tips For Making Seasoning For Tilapia
- Adjust the pepper to suit how spicy you want it.
- You can substitute Cayenne for black pepper If you want it milder or increase cayenne pepper for a spicier rub.
- You can add other herbs that go with fish like dill, thyme, sage, and parsley.
- Use herbs and spices that have long expiry dates so you can store the spice mix for longer.
- Make in small batches that last no longer than 6 months for the freshest taste.
- Store in a dry container and away from direct sunlight.
- Don't pour it directly over a steamy pot to prevent moisture from getting into the spice. Use a spoon to take out of the jar or container then add to the pot.
- Pat Tilapia dry before seasoning.
- Brushing with oil before seasoning helps the seasoning stick to the fish.
- Add olive oil, lemon juice, and brown sugar to make it into a marinade.
FAQS
What are the best seasonings to put on Tilapia?
This seasoning is great and gives amazing flavor. Other seasonings you can use are Peri Peri seasoning, Cajun seasoning, Fajita seasoning, Jerk seasoning, and fish fry seasoning.
What herbs are best for Tilapia?
Parsley, Oregano, dill, sage, and thyme, are some of the herbs that go well with it. Explore different combinations to get a variety of flavors.
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Tilapia Seasoning Recipe
Equipment
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2.5 tablespoons Paprika
- ½ tablespoon Onion granules
- 2 teaspoons Garlic granules
- ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon Thyme
- ½ teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Parsley
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Bring out all the ingredients needed.
- Into a clean, dry bowl, add paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, onion granules, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix till all are well combined.
- Transfer it to a clean, dry spice jar and store it in a cool dry place away from sunlight. Use 1 tablespoon of this seasoning for every 250g/0.5lb of fish.
How To Season Tilapia
- Clean and pat Tilapia fillets, or steaks dry with kitchen towels.
- Brush with oil like olive oil, vegetable, or sunflower oil.
- Sprinkle the seasoning on the fish covering all sides.
- It's ready to cook or cover and put in the fridge to marinate.
- Bring it out of the fridge, let it get to room temperature then cook.Seasoned Tilapia can be cooked in the Air fryer, Instant pot, Fried or baked.
Notes
- I recommend using a tablespoon of seasoning for every 250g/ 0.5lb of Tilapia.
- Adjust the pepper to suit how spicy you want it.
- You can substitute Cayenne for black pepper If you want it milder or increase cayenne pepper for a spicier rub.
- You can add other herbs that go with fish like dill, thyme, sage, and parsley.
- Use herbs and spices that have long expiry dates so you can store the spice mix for longer.
- Make in small batches that last no longer than 6 months for the freshest taste.
- Store in a dry container and away from direct sunlight.
- Don't pour it directly over a steamy pot to prevent moisture from getting into the spice. Use a spoon to take out of the jar or container then add to the pot.
- Pat Tilapia dry before seasoning.
- Brushing with oil before seasoning helps the seasoning stick to the fish.
- Add olive oil, lemon juice, and brown sugar to make it into a marinade.
Nutrition
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