Tilapia with Balsamic Butter Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Tilapia with Balsamic Butter Sauce! This quick and easy recipe pairs tender, pan-seared tilapia fillets with a rich, glossy balsamic butter sauce infused with hints of garlic and honey for a subtle sweetness. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, this dish is perfect for busy evenings but elegant enough for special occasions. The golden crust on the fish, achieved by lightly dusting it with flour, contrasts beautifully with the tangy, velvety sauce. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, this meal is perfect when served alongside fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or crisp steamed vegetables. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is a delightful balance of simplicity and sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Lightly coat the fillets with all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tilapia fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute or until fragrant.
Pour in the balsamic vinegar and add honey. Stir well, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.
Turn off the heat and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until the sauce becomes smooth and glossy.
Drizzle the balsamic butter sauce over the cooked tilapia fillets.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with your choice of side dishes like steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 544 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*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.
