What ingredients do you need for Cajun "Blackened" Smoked Tilapia?

You need 3 ingredients: Tilapia fillets, Mayonnaise or yellow mustard, Cajun or Creole seasoning (high in paprika, cayenne, garlic, oregano).

What temperature do you cook Cajun "Blackened" Smoked Tilapia at?

Cook at 350°F / 175°C. Use Hickory or Pecan for the best smoke flavor.

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Cajun "Blackened" Smoked Tilapia

Name: Cajun "Blackened" Smoked Tilapia
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2-4 servings
Ingredients: Tilapia fillets; Mayonnaise or yellow mustard; Cajun or Creole seasoning (high in paprika, cayenne, garlic, oregano)

Heavy spice crust, smoky heat. Built for tacos or a classic po’ boy sandwich.

Time: No brine + 25 min smoke

Temp: 350°F / 175°C

Wood: Hickory or Pecan

Ingredients

Tilapia fillets
Mayonnaise or yellow mustard
Cajun or Creole seasoning (high in paprika, cayenne, garlic, oregano)

Prep

Skip the water brine. Instead, coat fillets in mayonnaise or yellow mustard — both act as a binder and add slight acidity.

Season

Coat generously with a Cajun or Creole seasoning blend. Look for one high in paprika, cayenne, garlic, and oregano.

Smoke

Smoke at 350°F (175°C). The higher heat will crisp up the spices similar to traditional blackening, but with deep smoke flavor. Smoke until flakey.