Not-Quite Blackened Tilapia

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 ounces each)
• 4 lime halves, for garnish

1. Prepare the spice mixture: Combine all the ingredients for the spice mixture in a small bowl.
2. Place the melted butter in a bowl.
3. Heat a heavy nonstick skillet over high heat for 5 minutes (see Notes).
4. Meanwhile, dip the fish fillets in the butter.
5. Sprinkle them allover with the spice mixture.
6. 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.
7. Repeat with the remaining 2 fish fillets.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with lime halves.

salt, sweet paprika, ground cumin, bay seasoning, garlic, thyme, oregano, dry mustard, freshly ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, unsalted butter, tilapia, lime halves

Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/not-quite-blackened-tilapia (may not work)