Best 6 Fragrant Citrus Tilapia Recipes

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In the realm of seafood preparations, the succulent and delicate taste of tilapia stands out as a culinary delight. When infused with the vibrant and aromatic flavors of citrus, tilapia transforms into an extraordinary dish that captivates the senses and tantalizes the taste buds. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect "fragrant citrus tilapia," a culinary journey that promises an explosion of flavors and an unforgettable dining experience.

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TILAPIA WITH CITRUS BAGNA CAUDA



Tilapia with Citrus Bagna Cauda image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons
4 anchovy fillets, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon orange zest
6 (6-ounce) skinless tilapia fillets
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the butter and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a heavy medium saucepan over low to medium heat just until the butter is melted, stirring frequently. Add the anchovies and stir until the anchovies dissolve, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat. Stir in the orange juice, basil, and lemon and orange zests. Season the sauce, to taste, with salt.
  • The bagna cauda sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before using.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper and brush both sides of the fish with remaining 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil. Working in 2 batches, fry the fish until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer fish to platter. Cover with foil and keep warm in the oven while cooking the second batch of fish. Drizzle the sauce over and around the fish and serve.

CITRUS TILAPIA EN PAPILLOTE



Citrus Tilapia en Papillote image

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons grated ginger
1 clove garlic, mashed
Zest of 1 lemon
Zest and juice of 1 orange
Four 4-ounce tilapia fillets
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups fresh baby spinach, for serving
Grilled Summer Relish, recipe follows
2 scallions, white and pale green parts only
1 ear corn
1 orange bell pepper
1 yellow squash, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to medium heat. Fold four sheets of foil in half crosswise to crease, and then unfold.
  • Combine the oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, lemon zest, orange zest and orange juice in a small bowl. Mix well to combine.
  • Place 1 fillet on one side of the crease on each sheet of foil and sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Divide the oil mixture equally among the fillets.
  • Working with 1 foil sheet at a time, fold the foil over the fillet and tightly crimp the edges of the foil to close the packets to create a papillote. Place each papillote on the grill and close the lid of the grill. Grill until the papillotes are fully puffed, about 12 minutes.
  • Carefully cut the foil to open and serve the fillets on the spinach and top with the Grilled Summer Relish.
  • Prepare the grill to medium heat. Brush the scallions, corn, bell pepper and squash on both sides with the oil. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Grill the vegetables until slightly charred and just tender, turning often, about 5 minutes for the scallions, 8 minutes for the squash and pepper and 10 minutes for the corn. Transfer the vegetables to a cutting board and cut into 1/4-inch pieces. Cut the corn from the cob directly into a bowl and mix in the scallions, peppers and squash.
  • Meanwhile whisk the lemon juice, oil, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Add the oil mixture to the bowl of vegetables; toss to coat.

TILAPIA WITH CITRUS SAUCE



Tilapia with Citrus Sauce image

The lemon, lime and orange sauce adds zest to this flaky, delicate-flavored fish. -Francis Garland, Anniston, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
Olive oil-flavored cooking spray
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 small lemon, sliced
1/2 medium lime, sliced
1/2 small navel orange, sliced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 green onions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place milk in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Dip fish in milk, then coat with flour mixture., Spray fillets with cooking spray. In a large nonstick skillet, cook fish over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove and keep warm., In the same pan, saute garlic in butter and oil for 1 minute. Add the lemon, lime and orange slices, juices and onions; cook 1 minute longer. Serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRAGRANT CITRUS TILAPIA



Fragrant Citrus Tilapia image

As published in Raley's Something Extra magazine, Holiday 2005 edition. Great served with herbed wild rice.

Provided by Veghead

Categories     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb tilapia fillet
1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon tarragon
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F Rinse fish and pat dry. Place in a 7 x 11 inch baking dish. Combine juice, butter, zest and tarragon in a microwave-safe dish. Cook on high for 1 minute or until butter is melted. Pour over fish. Season with salt and pepper and bake for 10 minutes or until fish reaches 150F on a meat thermometer and flakes easily when tested with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.6, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 72, Sodium 110.1, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 23.1

CITRUS TILAPIA



Citrus Tilapia image

Provided by Jeanne Besser

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice or high-quality store-bought orange juice
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Steps:

  • 1. On a plate, combine the flour and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Lightly dredge the tilapia in the flour.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil and butter. When the butter has melted, add the fish and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden and just cooked through. Remove the fish and set aside.
  • 3. Add the orange juice, 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, and the ginger to the skillet. Increase the heat and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Taste and add lemon zest or more lemon juice if necessary. Return the fish to the skillet, coat with sauce, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through.

TILAPIA W/ CITRUS BAGNA CAUDA



Tilapia W/ Citrus Bagna Cauda image

Adapted from Everyday Italian, the flavors are heavenly in this dish! I recommend(from reading reviewers advise) that you double the sauce!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Tilapia

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus
4 -8 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
4 anchovy fillets, minced (optional)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon orange zest
6 (6 ounce) skinless tilapia fillets
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the butter and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a heavy medium saucepan over medium low heat just until the butter is melted, stirring frequently. Add the anchovies, if using, and stir until the anchovies dissolve, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat. Stir in the orange juice, basil, and lemon and orange zests. Season the sauce, to taste, with salt.
  • The bagna cauda sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and refrigerate. Rewarm it before using.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper and brush both sides of the fish with the remaining 4-8 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil. Working in 2 batches, fry the fish until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer fish to platter. Cover with foil and keep warm in the oven while cooking the second batch of fish. Drizzle the sauce over and around the fish and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.9, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 100.3, Sodium 89.7, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 34.4

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest tilapia fillets: Look for fillets that are firm to the touch and have a mild, briny smell. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Use a variety of citrus fruits: This recipe calls for lemons, limes, and oranges, but you can also use grapefruits or tangerines. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite citrus blend.
  • Don't be afraid to add some heat: A pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes can add a nice kick of spice to the dish. You can also add some chopped jalapeños or serrano peppers.
  • Serve the tilapia with your favorite sides: This dish pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.

Conclusion:

Fragrant Citrus Tilapia is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The citrus fruits add a bright and tangy flavor to the tilapia, while the herbs and spices add depth and complexity. This dish is also very easy to make, so it's perfect for busy cooks. Serve it with your favorite sides and enjoy!

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