Pan Fried Tilapia Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
325 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pan Fried Tilapia Recipe
Description
The recipe involves dredging tilapia fillets in a dry mix of flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. The fillets are patted dry to promote crisping before coating. Frying takes place in a preheated pan with a thin layer of neutral oil, such as avocado or olive oil, to prevent sticking and encourage even browning. Each side cooks until the coating turns a crispy golden brown.
The finished tilapia has a crispy seasoned crust and moist tender flesh inside. This simple pan-frying method highlights the mild flavor of tilapia while adding a smoky and mildly spiced exterior. The dish pairs easily with vegetables, rice, or salad.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper ground
- 3 lbs tilapia fillets
- 1/4 cup neutral cooking oil avocado or olive, generic cooking oil
Instructions
- In a medium size plate or any shallow dish, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Preheat a frying pan with enough oil to cover the the bottom of the pan.
- Pat dry the fish with a paper towel. Dip both sides of the tilapia into the seasoned flour.
- Fry on both sides until crispy golden brown. Repeat by adding a bit more oil to the pan between each set of fish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 325kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 1282mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 728mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 576IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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