Tilapia W Lemon Caper Sauce
Elevate your dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Tilapia with Lemon Caper Sauce, a restaurant-quality dish that's surprisingly easy to make at home! This recipe features tender, pan-seared tilapia fillets coated in a golden crust and smothered in a zesty, buttery sauce made with fresh lemon juice, savory capers, and garlic. A touch of parsley adds a burst of freshness, while the optional lemon slices make for an elegant garnish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for weeknights or special occasions alike. Serve it alongside a bed of roasted vegetables or fluffy rice to let the vibrant flavors shine. Whether you're seeking a healthy seafood dinner or a classic yet simple fish recipe, this tilapia dish checks all the boxes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the flour on a shallow plate. Lightly dredge each fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the floured tilapia fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked fillets to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting it reduce slightly. Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter and chopped parsley, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Return the tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let them heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Serve the tilapia fillets warm, topped with the lemon caper sauce. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 732 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 402 mg | 9% | |
*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.
