- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 4 lime halves, for garnish
- Prepare the spice mixture: Combine all the ingredients for the spice mixture in a small bowl.
- Place the melted butter in a bowl.
- Heat a heavy nonstick skillet over high heat for 5 minutes .
- Meanwhile, dip the fish fillets in the butter. Sprinkle them allover with the spice mixture.
- Reduce the heat very slightly and sear the coated fish, 2 fillets at a time until very dark brown and crispy, 2 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining 2 fish fillets.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lime halves.