Best 20 Broiled Tilapia Recipes

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Broiled tilapia is a simple and delicious way to prepare this versatile fish. It is a lean and flaky fish that cooks quickly, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. Whether you are new to cooking fish or are looking for a new way to prepare tilapia, this article will provide you with the best recipes and tips for cooking broiled tilapia.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BROILED TILAPIA PARMESAN



Broiled Tilapia Parmesan image

Flavorful recipe for this farm raised fish that is easy and done in minutes! The fish is broiled with a creamy cheese coating for an impressive flavor and texture.

Provided by Phoebe

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup Parmesan cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon celery salt
2 pounds tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler. Grease a broiling pan or line pan with aluminum foil.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Season with dried basil, pepper, onion powder and celery salt. Mix well and set aside.
  • Arrange fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan. Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the fillets over and broil for a couple more minutes. Remove the fillets from the oven and cover them with the Parmesan cheese mixture on the top side. Broil for 2 more minutes or until the topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to over cook the fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

PARMESAN-BROILED TILAPIA



Parmesan-Broiled Tilapia image

I love that simple Parmesan cheese brings such richness to an otherwise mild-tasting fish. It's one dish where leftovers are never a problem! -Tracy Locken, Gillette, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
4 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Arrange fillets in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Spread cheese mixture over fish., Broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes or until topping is lightly browned and fish flakes easily with a fork, rotating pan halfway for more even browning. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein.

BROILED TILAPIA FISH TACOS WITH CILANTRO-LIME SLAW



Broiled Tilapia Fish Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw image

This is my own recipe that I developed after trying several other recipes. These tilapia fish tacos are quick, easy, and delicious. My family loves them! Garnish with diced tomato, corn, avocado, red onion, and Mexican cheese.

Provided by Kristy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

cooking spray
¼ cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons diced red onion
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon dried cilantro
¼ teaspoon hot sauce
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground ancho chile powder
3 cups shredded cabbage
1 ½ pounds tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking pan with aluminum foil. Spray generously with cooking spray.
  • Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, onion, vinegar, cilantro, hot sauce, salt, and ancho chile powder in a bowl. Stir in shredded cabbage to make the slaw.
  • Place tilapia fillets on the prepared baking pan. Squeeze lime juice over fish. Combine cumin, paprika, salt, and garlic powder in another bowl. Sprinkle spice mixture over the fish.
  • Bake under the preheated broiler until fish flakes easily with a fork, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Place tortillas between 2 damp paper towels. Warm in the microwave, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Spoon the cooked tilapia onto each tortilla and top with the slaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 32.7 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 647 mg, Sugar 4 g

BROILED PARMESAN TILAPIA



Broiled Parmesan Tilapia image

Even picky families will change their minds about eating fish with this toasty, cheesy Parmesan-coated entree. I serve it with mashed cauliflower and a green salad for a low-carb meal everyone loves. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning

Steps:

  • Place fillets on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; spread over fillets., Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 10-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROILED LEMON-PEPPER TILAPIA



Broiled Lemon-Pepper Tilapia image

Tilapia fillets basted in a lemon-pepper and butter sauce broiled to flaky perfection!

Provided by JLeigh

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
½ cup salted butter, melted
⅛ cup dry bread crumbs

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

BROILED TILAPIA PARMESAN



Broiled Tilapia Parmesan image

This is a wonderful recipe that will work with any white fish. I prefer the Tilapia, as it is so mild. This is quick and easy. We serve it with Jasmine Rice, and Black Beans!

Provided by ElvisPresley99

Categories     Tilapia

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
2 lbs tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler.
  • Grease a broiling pan or line pan with aluminum foil.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice.
  • Season with dried basil, pepper, onion powder and celery salt.
  • Mix well and set aside.
  • Arrange fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan.
  • Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Flip the fillets over and broil for a couple more minutes.
  • Remove the fillets from the oven and cover them with the Parmesan cheese mixture on the top side.
  • Broil for 2 more minutes or until the topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Be careful not to over cook the fish.

BROILED TILAPIA WITH PARMESAN



Broiled Tilapia With Parmesan image

This was inspired by Kittencal's Broiled Parmesan Tilapia. I needed to make some adjustments to make a little bit healthier.

Provided by Jencathen

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 14m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion salt
1/8 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Set oven to broil.
  • Spray Pam on large baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl combine the rest of the ingredients. Mix well.
  • Arrange fillets in a single layer on baking sheet.
  • Broil for 2-3 minutes.
  • Turn the fish over and broil 2-3 minutes more.
  • Remove from oven and top with Parmesan mixture, only the tops.
  • Return to oven and broil until golden brown on top and fish flakes easily. This takes about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.5, Fat 21.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 128.4, Sodium 399.6, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 50.6

BROILED TILAPIA WITH ALMOND AND BREAD CRUMB TOPPING



Broiled Tilapia with Almond and Bread Crumb Topping image

The almond bread crumb topping gives the broiled tilapia lots of additional flavor and a nice golden brown crunch. Can be served in individual cast iron skillets.

Provided by ANGELFROMHEAVEN

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (4 ounce) frozen tilapia fillets
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pinches garlic pepper, divided, or to taste
2 pinches lemon-pepper seasoning, divided, or to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 large lemon, juiced, divided
¼ cup salted butter, melted
½ cup fresh bread crumbs
¼ cup slivered almonds
1 teaspoon salted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly brush a small cast iron pan or a baking pan with olive oil.
  • Brush frozen fish with 2 teaspoons olive oil and season both sides with garlic pepper, lemon-pepper seasoning, salt, and pepper. Top with 1/2 of the lemon juice. Place fish in a broiler pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 3 minutes. Turn fillets over and continue to bake, watching closely, until fish begins to flake, 3 to 5 minutes. Use a spatula to transfer fish to the prepared cast iron pan. Leave the oven on.
  • Top fish with 1/4 cup melted butter and the remaining lemon juice and season with garlic pepper, lemon-pepper seasoning, salt, and pepper. Season bread crumbs as desired and mix with slivered almonds and 1 teaspoon butter. Sprinkle over fish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, watching closely and without turning, until golden brown on top, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 107.3 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 845.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

ITALIAN STYLE BROILED TILAPIA



Italian Style Broiled Tilapia image

These are fabulous and easy enough for a quick weeknight supper. Serve with Rice Pilaf or Risotto and a nice glass of Chardonnay!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, softened
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
2 lbs tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler. Spray a broiling pan or aluminum foil with non stick cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Season with dried basil, pepper, onion powder and celery salt. Mix well and set aside.
  • Arrange fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan. Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the fillets over, and broil for a couple more minutes. Remove the fillets from the oven and cover them with the Parmesan cheese mixture on the top side, then Sprinkle with Old Bay Broil for 2 more minutes or until the topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to over cook the fish.
  • Wine Tip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.6, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 107.2, Sodium 365.3, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 33.9

BROILED PARMESAN TILAPIA



Broiled Parmesan Tilapia image

Make and share this Broiled Parmesan Tilapia recipe from Food.com.

Provided by IAKnight

Categories     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs tilapia fillets (8)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/8 cup softened margarine or 1/8 cup butter
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

  • Preheat Broiler.
  • Place filets on foil lined broiler pan in a single layer.
  • Mix all existing ingredients together in bowl with whisk until well blended.
  • Broil filets a few inches from broiler for 2-3 minutes.
  • Flip filets and broil another 2-3 minutes.
  • Flip filets again and cover each with Parmesan mixture, and broil until the mixture starts to brown. Do not overcook fish!

BROILED TILAPIA WITH THAI COCONUT- CURRY SAUCE



Broiled Tilapia With Thai Coconut- Curry Sauce image

This dish is loaded with flavor and makes a lovely, colorful presentation. You'll want to serve with plenty of rice to absorb the wonderful sauce. (Noted added 11/05/07: I like to credit original recipe sources when known, but wasn't sure about this one when I submitted the recipe. Fortunately, a reviewer pointed out that the recipe came from Cooking Light, so I searched their site--indeed, it was originally published in their September 2002 issue. Thanks to the reviewer for bringing this to my attention, and thanks to Cooking Light for developing the recipe! :) )

Provided by GaylaJ

Categories     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon dark sesame oil, divided
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped green onion
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons red curry paste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk (I used regular)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
3 cups hot cooked basmati rice
1 lime (cut in 4 wedges)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Heat 1/2 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add ginger and garlic; cook 1 minute.
  • Add peppers and onions; cook 1 minute.
  • Stir in curry powder, curry paste, and cumin; cook 1 minute.
  • Add soy sauce, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and coconut milk; bring to a simmer (but do not boil).
  • Remove from heat and stir in cilantro.
  • Brush fish with remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt and place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray (I just use parchment paper).
  • Broil 7 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
  • Serve fish with sauce, rice, and lime wedges.

BROILED TILAPIA



Broiled Tilapia image

In our family, we try to eat light filling meals. Tilapia is one of our go to Meats. This is sure to please even the pickiest eaters!

Provided by Laura Davis

Categories     Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 c parmesan cheese
1/4 c butter, softened
3 Tbsp mayonnaise
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/8 tsp onion powder
2 lb tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat your oven's broiler. Grease a broiling pan or line pan with aluminum foil. In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Season with dried basil, pepper, onion powder and celery salt. Mix well and set aside.
  • 2. Arrange fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan. Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the fillets over and broil for a couple more minutes. Remove the fillets from the oven and cover them with the Parmesan cheese mixture on the top side. Broil for 2 more minutes or until the topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to over cook the fish.

BROILED HONEY-SOY TILAPIA FILLETS



Broiled Honey-Soy Tilapia Fillets image

An easy and mouth-watering way to prepare the affordable and versatile fish, tilapia. The sweet and salty flavors of the marinade make this recipe for broiled tilapia a must-try.

Provided by shan528

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Mix olive oil, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, and garlic together in a small bowl. Place each tilapia fillet in a separate resealable zip-top bag.
  • Pour 1/2 of the marinade into each bag. Seal bags and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Remove fillets from the marinade, shake off excess, and place on a broiling pan with a drip pan or baking sheet underneath. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Broil in the preheated oven for 3 to 4 minutes. Flip fillets and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 501.4 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

BROILED PARMESAN TILAPIA (LOW-CARB)



Broiled Parmesan Tilapia (Low-Carb) image

You'll love this fish recipe! I have also made this with other meaty fish fillets too, works well with basa fillets also!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Tilapia

Time 18m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, softened
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
salt (I use seasoned salt)
2 lbs tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Set oven to broiler heat.
  • Grease a broiler pan, then line with foil and grease the foil slightly.
  • In a small bowl mix together Parmesan cheese, butter, mayo, lemon juice and garlic.
  • Add in all the remaining seasonings and salt if using; mix well and set aside.
  • Arrange the fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan (you sprinkle salt on fish but it is not necessary).
  • Broil a few inches from the heat for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Turn the fish over and broil a couple minutes more.
  • Remove from oven and cover them with the Parmesan mixture on the top side only.
  • Return to oven and broil for about 2 minutes more or until the topping is browned and the fish flakes easily (do not overcook the fish!).

BROILED TILAPIA PARMESAN RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Broiled Tilapia Parmesan Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-9182

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
2 pounds tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • 1.Preheat your oven's broiler. Grease a broiling pan or line pan with aluminum foil. 2.In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Season with dried basil, pepper, onion powder and celery salt. Mix well and set aside. 3.Arrange fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan. Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the fillets over and broil for a couple more minutes. Remove the fillets from the oven and cover them with the Parmesan cheese mixture on the top side. Broil for 2 more minutes or until the topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to over cook the fish.

BROILED SWEET AND TANGY TILAPIA



Broiled Sweet and Tangy Tilapia image

A tantalizing sweet and tart dressing, highlighted with fresh tarragon, is drizzled over tilapia fillets. This is a very quick recipe, and tastes great.

Provided by TINATED

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
3 teaspoons lemon juice, divided
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon raspberry vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Place a sheet of aluminum foil on a baking sheet, and coat with 2 tablespoons butter.
  • In a bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon lemon juice, melted butter, mustard, raspberry vinegar, honey, tarragon, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the tilapia on the prepared baking sheet, and broil about 3 minutes in the preheated oven. Turn tilapia, and drizzle with about half the lemon juice dressing mixture. Continue broiling about 3 minutes, turn, and drizzle with remaining dressing. Continue broiling about 2 minutes, or until fish is easily flaked with a fork. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with remaining lemon juice to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 143.7 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

BROILED TILAPIA WITH CRANBERRY HONEY-MUSTARD SAUCE



Broiled Tilapia with Cranberry Honey-Mustard Sauce image

For a festive meal that is low in calories, but high in protein and packed with taste, go fish. In this case, that means using tasty Tilapia as a base and accented with the delicate flavors with a seasonally sensational sauce of cranberries,honey and mustard.

Provided by Jamallah Bergman

Categories     Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

BROILED TILAPIA
4 lb fresh tilapia fillets ( or 12 4oz fillets)
4 tsp fresh dill
4 tsp paprika
sea salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
1 lemon, cut into slices
4 tsp lemon juice (from a second lemon),freshly squeezed
CRANBERRY-HONEYMUSTARD SAUCE
16 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
2 c orange juice,freshly squeezed
zest 2 oranges
2 tsp vanilla extract
6 Tbsp honey
6 Tbsp dijon mustard

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE SAUCE: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat,cook cranberries,orange juice,zest and vanilla,about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium low,stirring occasionally, and cook until thickened and reduced, about 20 minutes.
  • 2. Remove from heat,whisk in honey and Dijon mustard. Serve over Tilapia.
  • 3. FOR THE BROILED TILAPIA: Preheat broiler to high.
  • 4. Place fillets in a shallow baking dish and sprinkle with dill and paprika. Add salt and pepper, to taste, if desired. Lay slices of lemon in the middle of each fillet.
  • 5. Place baking dish 5 to 6 inches away from broiler. Broil fish for 8 to 10 minutes or until cooked through,but still moist. Drizzle with lemon juice. Serve topped with Cranberry-Honey Mustard Sauce. Try garnished with dill,if desired.

BROILED TILAPIA FILLETS



BROILED TILAPIA FILLETS image

Categories     Fish     Broil

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds fresh Tilapia (or frozen, thawed)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
paprika
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place Tilapia fillets in a shallow dish and sprinkle with garlic powder. Combine melted butter, lemon juice, soy sauce and pour over Tilapia then turn to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes. Place fish on broiler pan then broil about 4 inches from heat for about 5 minutes on each side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with paprika, salt and pepper.

BROILED PARMESAN-LEMON TILAPIA



Broiled Parmesan-Lemon Tilapia image

My husband is not a big fish eater, but this recipe had him looking for seconds. What makes it a joy for me? It is so quick and easy that it qualifies as a busy weeknight selection.

Provided by moms2398

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons Miami-style sazon seasoning (sazon completa)
1 serving olive oil cooking spray (such as PAM®)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter-margarine blend (such as Smart Balance®), melted
1 ½ tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise (such as Kraft®)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
⅛ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a broiler pan with aluminum foil. Spray the broiler pan's rack with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle tilapia with sazon seasoning and arrange on the prepared broiler rack.
  • Cook the fillets under the preheated broiler until fish is barely opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Mix the Parmesan cheese, butter-margarine blend, fat-free mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, basil, black pepper, onion powder, and celery salt together in a bowl.
  • Spread the Parmesan cheese blend over the fish fillets, return to oven, and continue cooking until the topping is golden brown and the fish flakes easily, 3 to 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 558.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

PARMESAN BROILED TILAPIA



PARMESAN BROILED TILAPIA image

Categories     Fish     Broil

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
2 pounds tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler. Grease a broiling pan or line pan with aluminum foil. In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Season with dried basil, pepper, onion powder and celery salt. Mix well and set aside. Arrange fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan. Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the fillets over and broil for a couple more minutes. Remove the fillets from the oven and cover them with the Parmesan cheese mixture on the top side. Broil for 2 more minutes or until the topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to over cook the fish.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh tilapia fillets. Look for fillets that are firm and have a mild, fresh smell.
  • Pat the tilapia fillets dry before cooking. This will help them to brown evenly.
  • Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper, or your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Broil the tilapia fillets for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the tilapia fillets immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Broiled tilapia is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a healthy choice, as tilapia is a low-fat, high-protein fish. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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