With its delicate flavor and firm texture, tilapia is a versatile fish perfect for broiling. Broiling allows you to achieve a crispy exterior while maintaining a tender and succulent interior. Lemon pepper is a classic flavor combination that complements tilapia beautifully, adding a bright and zesty touch. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an elegant dish for a special occasion, broiled lemon pepper tilapia is a delicious and satisfying choice.
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LEMON-PEPPER TILAPIA
I usually have the ingredients on hand for this lemony dish that's ready in a jiff. I use tilapia, but this method peps up any white fish. -Jill Thomas, Washington, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place tilapia in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a microwave, melt butter; stir in lemon zest and juice. Drizzle over fish; sprinkle with garlic salt, paprika and pepper., Bake, uncovered, 10-12 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BROILED LEMON-PEPPER TILAPIA
Steps:
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a broiler pan with aluminum foil.
- Place fillets on the prepared pan. Stir parsley and lemon-pepper seasoning into the melted butter in a small bowl. Baste fillets with the butter mixture using a turkey baster, using the entire mixture. Sprinkle fillets with bread crumbs.
- Broil in the preheated oven until the thickest part of the fish flakes easily with a fork, 7 to 9 minutes.
- Remove fish from the pan and place it on a platter. Remove the foil very carefully from the pan, taking care not to spill the excess butter sauce, and pour over the fish. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 71.6 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 259.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
SEARED LEMON PEPPER TILAPIA
Enjoy This recipe created with Progresso® bread crumbs.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In food processor, place the vinegar, mustard, shallot, thyme and pasteurized egg yolks. Cover; process until smooth. With the machine running, add the 1 cup pumpkin seed oil and then the 1 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon at a time. If the mixture gets too thick, add the 1 tablespoon ice water. Season with the salt and pepper. Stir in pumpkin seeds. Refrigerate while making tilapia.
- Place the flour, 2 eggs and the bread crumbs in 3 separate shallow dishes. Dip each fillet in flour then in eggs and finally, dredge on both sides in bread crumbs, shaking off the excess.
- Heat 2 skillets over high heat. Divide 3 tablespoons olive oil evenly between skillets. When hot, add the fish; reduce heat to medium, and cook until nicely browned, about 5 minutes. Turn fish and cook on the second side until the fish is done throughout (test with a fork), about 4 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Transfer the fish to 6 individual plates. Garnish with the lemon wedges. Toss the lettuce with a portion of the dressing; divide among plates of fish. Spoon some of the additional dressing over the fish; sprinkle pomegranate seeds over all, and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1180, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Fat 18, Fiber 2 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED LEMON HERB TILAPIA SANDWICH
Tender tilapia dressed in lemon, butter, parsley, lemon pepper, salt and a dash of pepper grilled to perfection centered between a slice of tomato, onion and a bun!
Provided by GoodCook8900
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 14m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- DO NOT DEFROST TILAPIA. Place the fillets in a large pan or plate and brush with butter on both sides. Add garlic powder, salt, lemon pepper, parsley, and pepper on both sides, as well. For tougher fish, use less butter(may slightly compromise flavor).
- Place a slice of lemon on each fillet and pour lemon juice on fillets.
- Wrap all fillets in foil and grill 7-12 minutes depending on heat levels of your grill. I recommend using a George Foreman grill for best results.
- Slice fillets in half approximately 4-5 minutes while grilling to ensure that they cook thoroughly.
- Place fillets on slightly toasted bun and add tomatoes, onions, lettuce and mayonnaise or tarter sauce. Enjoy!
GRILLED TILAPIA WITH SPICY LEMON PEPPER RUB
Make and share this Grilled Tilapia With Spicy Lemon Pepper Rub recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Tilapia
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare a hot fire in a grill. Oil the grate and a perforated grill rack.
- To make the rub, combine all the ingredients in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid. Secure the lid and shake to blend.
- Brush or spray the fillets on both sides with olive oil and sprinkle each fillet with about 1 teaspoon of the rub. (Save the rest for later use; it will keep in the cupboard for several months.)
- Place the fish, flesh side down, on the oiled perforated grill rack and grill for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, turning once halfway through. A fish fillet is done when it begins to flake when tested with a fork in the thickest part.
- Remove from the grill and season with salt and pepper. Combine the melted butter and lemon juice and drizzle the lemon butter over the grilled fish. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 15.4, Cholesterol 123.5, Sodium 395.4, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 26.2
Tips:
- Choose 8-ounce tilapia fillets for best results.
- Make sure to thaw frozen tilapia fillets before cooking.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels before seasoning.
- Sprinkle the tilapia fillets with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Broil the tilapia fillets for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
- Brush the tilapia fillets with lemon juice and melted butter before serving.
- Serve the tilapia fillets with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
This recipe for broiled lemon pepper tilapia is a quick and easy way to prepare a healthy and delicious meal. The tilapia fillets are seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and then broiled until they are cooked through. The lemon juice and melted butter add a bright and flavorful touch to the fish. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a quick lunch. You can serve the tilapia fillets with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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