Tex-Mex Tilapia Bowl

Directions

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   Rinse the tilapia pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.
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   Combine the flour, salt, pepper, and taco seasoning in a pie plate or shallow dish.
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   Lightly dredge the tilapia pieces through the flour, shaking off any excess back into the dish.
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   Set aside on a plate.
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   2.
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   Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
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   Once hot, add the onion, bell peppers and cumin to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender crisp.
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   Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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    3.
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    Add another 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan.
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    Once hot, add the tilapia pieces in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through (no longer translucent in the center).
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    Remove from heat.
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    4.
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    Set out four bowls, and layer 1/4 of the ingredients into each bowl in the following order: Mexican rice, black beans, fajita veggies, tilapia, salsa, cotija cheese and cilantro leaves.