Low Carb Pan Fried Tilapia
Crisp, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, this Low Carb Pan Fried Tilapia is a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner option that’s perfect for any night of the week. Featuring tender tilapia fillets coated in a blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and paprika, this gluten-free recipe ensures a crunchy, savory crust without the carbs. The simple egg wash helps the seasoned coating adhere beautifully, while olive oil brings out a rich, golden finish with minimal effort. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish serves as a low-carb staple that pairs wonderfully with fresh lemon wedges and a garnish of parsley for fresh, zesty flair. Whether you're following a keto diet or simply looking to lighten up your seafood meals, this quick pan-fried tilapia recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat dry the tilapia fillets with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
In a shallow dish, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the coating is evenly distributed.
In another shallow bowl, beat the large egg with one tablespoon of water until well combined to form an egg wash.
Dip each tilapia fillet into the egg wash, making sure to coat both sides. Allow any excess egg to drip off.
Transfer the fillet to the almond flour mixture, coating both sides thoroughly and pressing gently to ensure the mixture adheres well to the fish.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated tilapia fillets into the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through (the internal temperature should reach 145°F or 63°C).
Remove the tilapia fillets from the skillet and let them drain briefly on a paper towel-lined plate.
Garnish the fried fillets with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.9 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 468 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 1862 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 129.9 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 421 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1739 mg | 37% | |
*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.
