Blackened Tilapia with Tomato Rice & Garlic Aioli

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:34:28 GMT

Step 1

Trim ends from scallions and thinly slice, keeping dark greens separate. Finely chop 2 teaspoons garlic. Cut tomato into ½-inch pieces. In a small bowl, whisk to combine all of the mayo and chopped garlic. Season to taste with salt and pepper; set aside until ready to serve

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium-high. Add sliced scallion whites and light greens; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add rice and cook, stirring, until toasted, 2–3 minutes. Stir in 2 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 17 minutes

Step 3

Drain fish, then pat very dry. Season all over with all of the cajun seasoning (or less depending on heat preference) and salt.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Working in batches if necessary, add fish and cook, until well browned and easily flakes, 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate

Step 5

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in tomatoes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Plate blackened tilapia with tomato rice alongside and garlic mayo dolloped over top. Garnish with sliced scallion dark greens. Enjoy

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