Blackened Tilapia

INGREDIENTS

FOR TILAPIA

• 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar
• 4 tsp. ground cumin
• 2 tsp. kosher salt
• 2 tsp. paprika
• 2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 4 (6-oz.) tilapia filets
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

FOR AVOCADO SALSA

• 2 avocados, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 jalapeño, minced
• 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and spices.
2. Rub spice mix all over tilapia.
3. In a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
4. Add tilapia and cook until crust is deeply golden and fish flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
5. In a medium bowl, toss avocado, tomato, jalapeño, and cilantro.
6. Add oil and lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
7. Serve tilapia topped with avocado salsa.