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PAN FRIED TILAPIA

This Pan Fried Tilapia is a quick and easy dish featuring lightly seasoned fish fillets cooked to golden perfection. Perfect for a healthy and delicious meal any day of the week.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

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  1. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  2. Dredge each tilapia fillet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove the tilapia from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  6. Serve the pan fried tilapia with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Seasoning Variations: Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your taste. You can add cayenne pepper for a bit of heat or use Italian seasoning for a different flavor profile.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve the tilapia with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Fish Alternatives: This recipe works well with other white fish fillets, such as cod or halibut.
  • Make-Ahead: The seasoned flour mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. The fish should be cooked just before serving.
  • Leftovers: Store any leftover tilapia in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.
  • Seasoning Variations: Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your taste. You can add cayenne pepper for a bit of heat or use Italian seasoning for a different flavor profile.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve the tilapia with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Fish Alternatives: This recipe works well with other white fish fillets, such as cod or halibut.
  • Make-Ahead: The seasoned flour mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. The fish should be cooked just before serving.
  • Leftovers: Store any leftover tilapia in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 250kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 12g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250

% Daily Value*

Calories 250kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 12g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.