Best 2 Ginger Cilantro Tilapia Recipes

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When it comes to cooking a flavorful and nutritious meal, ginger cilantro tilapia is an unbeatable choice. This dish tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant flavors and provides an excellent source of essential nutrients. Whether you're a seasoned chef looking to expand your culinary repertoire or a beginner seeking an easy-to-follow recipe, this guide will lead you through the steps to create a mouthwatering ginger cilantro tilapia dish that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GINGER AND CILANTRO BAKED TILAPIA



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Make and share this Ginger and Cilantro Baked Tilapia recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Tilapia

Time 18m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 -3 tilapia fillets (about 3/4 pound)
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 jalapeno pepper
3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup white wine
1 teaspoon spicy sesame oil
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
green onion, chopped for garnish
extra cilantro, to garnish
jasmine rice or brown rice

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 475 degrees.
  • Pat the fish dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Place in a glass baking dish.
  • Place in a small food processor the jalapeno, garlic and ginger along with the soy sauce, white wine, sesame oil and cilantro. Process until blended.
  • Pour the sauce over the fish, spreading and slightly pressing the solid ingredients down into the fish. Bake for about 8 minutes or until the fish flakes easily and is cooked through.
  • Remove the tilapia with a spatula and divide between two plates. Drizzle the fish with the marinade juices left in the pan. Serve with jasmine or brown rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 1074.8, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1, Protein 27.6

GINGER CILANTRO TILAPIA



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Categories     Fish     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Healthy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds tilapia
3 garlic cloves
1" fresh ginger, grated = 1 tablespoon
1 jalapeno, roughly chopped
1/3 cup roughly chopped cilantro leaves
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 475°F. Pat the fish dry, season lightly with salt and pepper, and lay in a 9x9-inch or 8x8-inch ceramic or glass baking dish. Put the garlic, grated ginger, chopped jalapeño, and cilantro in a small food processor with the white wine, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Whir until blended. (Alternately, you can finely chop or mash the aromatics in a mortar and pestle, then whisk together with the liquid ingredients.) Pour the sauce over the fish, rubbing it in a little. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily and is cooked through. It will be very moist and even a little gelatinous, still. Serve immediately over brown rice or orzo, garnished with the additional scallions and cilantro.

Tips:

  • To ensure the tilapia fillets are evenly cooked, ensure they are of uniform thickness. If necessary, use a sharp knife to slice the fillets horizontally, creating two thinner pieces.
  • The tilapia fillets can be marinated in the ginger-cilantro sauce for up to 30 minutes before cooking. This will allow the flavors of the sauce to infuse into the fish.
  • When pan-frying the tilapia fillets, use a non-stick skillet over medium heat. This will help prevent the fish from sticking to the pan and ensure an even cook.
  • To ensure the tilapia fillets are cooked through, use a kitchen thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 145°F (63°C).
  • Garnish the cooked tilapia fillets with additional chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Ginger-Cilantro Tilapia is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this mild-flavored fish. The combination of ginger, cilantro, and lime creates a bright and flavorful sauce that perfectly complements the tilapia. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, quinoa, or rice. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try!

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