Tom's Famous Tilapia Recipe
4 servings Looking for a delicious and healthy seafood dish that's ready in minutes? Look no further than Tom's Famous Tilapia Recipe. This pan-fried tilapia is bursting with flavor thanks to a simple marinade of olive oil, lemon, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add a touch of cayenne pepper for an... Read more ... extra kick of heat. It's perfect for a busy weeknight when you crave a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Let's dive into this easy recipe and discover how to make tilapia that's truly restaurant-worthy! Read less x saved Tom the Chef Founder September 30, 2024 15 min.15 min.1/5 15 min. 15 min. 1/5 Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Plate1x Small Hand Grater or Garlic Press1x Silicone Brush1x Lemon Squeezer (optional)1x Large Fry Pan or Sauté Pan (or grill)1x Fish Turner (or grill turner)1x Food Thermometer (probe) 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Plate 1x Small Hand Grater or Garlic Press 1x Silicone Brush 1x Lemon Squeezer (optional) 1x Large Fry Pan or Sauté Pan (or grill) 1x Fish Turner (or grill turner) 1x Food Thermometer (probe) Or serve it as a sandwich. Directions: 1. Fish preparation: 1.1. Make sure that the fish fillets are properly rinsed under cold water . 1.2. Place the fish fillets on a plate. 1.3. Pour and sprinkle these ingredients on both sides of each fillet: 1.3.1. Squeeze lemon and pour olive oil. 1.3.2. Grate or press one garlic clove on each side of each fillet. 1.3.3. Gently sprinkle with smoked paprika and optionally spicy ground cayenne pepper. 1.3.4. Generously salt and pepper. 2. Pan Fry: 2.1. Preheat the frying pan on medium-high heat with 2 TBSP of frying oil. 2.2. Pan-fry on one side until a nice sear is reached (about 3-5 minutes). 2.3. Turn, pour over the marinating liquids and cook until a nice sear is reached on the other side as well, and the fish is fully cooked (about 3-5 minutes). 3. Plate & serve: 3.1. Gently sprinkle with salt and pepper. 3.2. Great sides for this meal are creamy mashed potatoes, oven roasted potato wedges or serve it as a sandwich. About the Author: Tom the ChefFounder # 1 120 Followers Published Recipes: 268Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USAMember since: 2023-02-02 Published Recipes: 268 Av. 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