Southern Blackened Tilapia and Grits | TasteToronto

Ingredients

• 1 cup white or yellow grits
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups full-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 -1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar (optional)
• Salt, to taste
• 2 whitefish fillets, such as tilapia
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• Fresh Italian parsley, chopped for garnish
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil