Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa, Avocado and Chipotle Mayo

Comment – I got the idea for this recipe from the Catch 35 restaurant in Chicago. I knew I had to recreate the sandwich when I tried it. The combination of flavors is incredibly good. The mango gives a sweetness while the chipotle peppers and blacking spice provide heat and a smokey flavor. The avocado slices balance out the flavor as well. I would have put them on top of the salsa for the picture, but they were covering everything. I used ciabatta bread like the restaurant. The recipes that I found online helped me to recreate the dish and provided a restaurant quality result. It is one of my new favorite recipes.


Blackened Tilapia Recipe 

Mango Salsa Recipe

Chipotle Mayo Recipe

Note – Add avocado slices

Crab Cakes with Mexican Influence

Comment – I came across this recipe online while trying to find a way to use up my chipotle peppers at home. I liked the idea of crab cakes with a Mexican influence. The sauce is made with tomotillos and has a spicy/tart flavor. The avocado salsa balances out the flavors nicely. I substituted tilapia fish for the crab in the cakes. I cooked the fish before adding it to the other ingredients. I liked the flavor combination. My husband who loves to give complements asked “are you sure we’re not eating at a restaurant?” The recipe makes 8 fish cakes that are very filling.

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