Terrific Tilapia
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful recipe for *Terrific Tilapia*! Perfectly seasoned and lightly coated with flour for a golden, crispy finish, these tender tilapia fillets are pan-seared to perfection in olive oil. The dish is taken to the next level with a rich and zesty garlic lemon butter sauce, infused with a splash of chicken broth for depth and brightness. With a cook time of just 15 minutes, it's a delightfully easy recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley and versatile enough to pair with rice, steamed vegetables, or a crisp green salad, this restaurant-quality seafood dish will become a household favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings, *Terrific Tilapia* is a must-try for seafood lovers searching for a quick, wholesome meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth (or water)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix the salt, ground black pepper, and paprika. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets.
Lightly coat the tilapia fillets in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. This will give the fish a beautiful golden crust when cooked.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
Add the lemon juice and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it slightly thickens.
Return the cooked tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fish to coat them evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the tilapia and serve immediately. Optionally, pair it with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.6 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 290 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 2812 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 107.6 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1772 mg | 38% | |
*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.
