Jalapeo Garlic Tilapia Panini
Get ready to spice up your lunch game with this irresistible Jalapeño Garlic Tilapia Panini! This bold creation features tender, flaky tilapia fillets infused with a smoky garlic marinade, perfectly complemented by the bright kick of fresh jalapeños and creamy melted cheese. Sandwiched between buttery, golden slices of ciabatta or sourdough, each bite delivers an explosion of flavor, further elevated by a touch of cilantro and a zingy squeeze of lime. Whether you're using a panini press or a skillet, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a weeknight meal or a gourmet sandwich upgrade. Perfectly crisp, savory, and a little spicy, this panini is sure to become your new favorite sandwich recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece Jalapeño, sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 4 slices Bread, such as ciabatta or sourdough
- 2 tablespoons Butter, softened
- 4 slices Cheese, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 piece Lime, wedges for serving
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to create a marinade.
Brush both sides of the tilapia fillets with the marinade and let them sit for 10 minutes while gathering the other ingredients.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Set aside.
Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
On the unbuttered side of two bread slices, spread a small amount of mayonnaise.
Layer the cooked tilapia fillets, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, and cheese on top of the mayo-spread bread slices. Place the other slices of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
Heat a panini press or a clean skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, press down on the sandwich with a spatula or a heavy pan.
Cook the panini for 3-4 minutes per side or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
Remove the panini from the heat and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing it in half.
Serve hot with a lime wedge on the side for an extra burst of zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.3 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 4072 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 91.0 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 909 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1141 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
