Description
A quick and easy Pan Seared Tilapia dish that features a bright and buttery garlic lemon sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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- 4 tilapia fillets (fresh or fully thawed)
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder or paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons oil (olive or avocado oil)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (juice required, zest optional)
- 2 to 4 tablespoons chicken broth or water
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Dry the fish. Pat the fillets dry with paper towels.
- Season it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder or paprika.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil.
- Sear the tilapia in a single layer for about 3 minutes, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Move the fish to a plate and lower the heat to medium. Add butter and garlic, stirring until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice and a splash of broth or water, stir, and let bubble briefly.
- Spoon the sauce over the fish and finish with parsley, if desired.
Notes
Ensure the fish is dry for better browning. Don’t overcrowd the pan to achieve a golden crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg