Tilapia with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce Rrsc
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Tilapia with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce—an irresistible combination of tender, flaky fish and a velvety sauce bursting with bold flavors. Perfectly seasoned tilapia fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection and then smothered in a luscious, creamy sauce made with roasted red peppers, garlic, Parmesan, and a touch of heavy cream. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy nights without compromising on elegance or taste. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables for a restaurant-quality meal that's sure to impress. Featuring keywords like "tilapia recipe," "roasted red pepper sauce," and "quick weeknight dinner," this recipe is a must-try for seafood enthusiasts craving something both hearty and fresh.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Roasted red peppers (jarred or fresh, drained and sliced into strips)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked (the fish should flake easily with a fork). Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Add the roasted red peppers to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Using an immersion blender (or transferring the mixture to a countertop blender), blend the sauce until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Return the tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let them warm through for 2 minutes.
Serve the tilapia hot, topped with the creamy roasted red pepper sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 154.5 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.2 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3978 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 123.8 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 554 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2202 mg | 47% | |
*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.
