Sesame Orange Tilapia
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Sesame Orange Tilapia, a vibrant fusion of sweet, savory, and zesty flavors! Tender tilapia fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a luscious orange glaze made with fresh orange juice, honey, low-sodium soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. The dish is beautifully finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and a garnish of green onions for added texture and aroma. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it alongside steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a flavorful, well-rounded meal that will delight your palate. Ideal for fans of citrus-glazed fish dishes and Asian-inspired cuisine, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the glaze.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip the fillets over and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the cooked fillets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium and pour the prepared orange glaze into the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens.
Return the tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the glaze over the top to coat the fish evenly. Allow the fish to heat for another 1-2 minutes.
In a dry skillet, toast the sesame seeds over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Transfer the glazed tilapia fillets to a serving platter. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.4 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 2420 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.5 g | ||
| Protein | 113.6 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1962 mg | 42% | |
*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.
