Best 7 Seasoned Talapia Fillets Recipes

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Seasoned tilapia fillets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a more elaborate dish for a special occasion, there's a seasoned tilapia fillet recipe out there to suit your needs. Tilapia is a mild-flavored fish that pairs well with a variety of seasonings and sauces, making it a great choice for beginner cooks and experienced chefs alike. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for seasoned tilapia fillets, providing you with a range of options to choose from. From simple pan-fried tilapia to more complex baked or grilled dishes, we're sure you'll find a recipe that you'll love.

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

SEASONED TALAPIA FILLETS



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Found in Taste of Home Quick Cooking. It is a simple, easy and a light dinner. You could use any kind of white fish and I would think it would still be delicious...I used 3 small talapia fillets. I also added some fresh garlic and some (about 1/4 cup) of white wine in pan.

Provided by mama smurf

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tilapia fillets (6 oz. each)
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon steak seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (I used a little less)
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 dash garlic powder

Steps:

  • Place the fillets in a greased baking dish. Drizzle with the butter. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; sprinkle over fillets.
  • Cover and bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-8 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

PAN FRIED SEASONED TILAPIA



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Deliciously seasoned tilapia (white fish) dish. I threw this together, and the whole family including the kids devoured it and wanted more! Fast and easy dish.

Provided by a_goddess

Categories     High Protein

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter (for frying)
4 -6 tilapia fillets, frozen

Steps:

  • Thaw frozen fillets in the package, in a bowl of warm water or sink for approx 10 minute Meanwhile combine spices in a bowl. Dip thawed Tilapia in spices and pan fry in butter on medium for approx 5 min each side. Enjoy!

PAN-SEARED TILAPIA



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This pan-seared tilapia dish is a delicious and easy way to prepare seafood! Great for a quick weeknight meal accompanied with fresh veggies. Try this healthy dish full of flavor and nutrition!

Provided by AppleChef

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Rinse tilapia fillets in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides of each fillet with salt and pepper. Place the flour in a shallow dish; gently press each fillet into the flour to coat and shake off the excess flour.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the tilapia in the hot oil until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side. Brush the melted butter onto the tilapia in the last minute before removing from the skillet. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 56.3 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 50.9 mg

EASY BAKED TILAPIA



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This easy recipe for tilapia only takes a few minutes to prepare, uses few ingredients, and is flavorful.

Provided by F_Gory

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
2 teaspoons butter
¼ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM, or to taste
½ teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
1 lemon, sliced
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cauliflower with broccoli and red pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees F). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place the tilapia fillets in the bottom of the baking dish and dot with butter. Season with Old Bay seasoning and garlic salt. Top each one with a slice or two of lemon. Arrange the frozen mixed vegetables around the fish, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Cover the dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until vegetables are tender and fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 354.3 mg

SEASONED TILAPIA FILLETS



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If you need a healthy, keep-it-simple solution to dinner tonight, you just found it. This restaurant-quality tilapia fillet recipe relies on spices you're likely to have on hand to deliver big flavor. This is how to make tilapia. -Dana Alexander, Lebanon, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place tilapia in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; drizzle with butter. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; sprinkle over fillets., Bake, covered, 10 minutes. Uncover; bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 5-8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 589mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLACKENED TILAPIA



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An array of savory spices coat this easy blackened tilapia that's served on white bread to soak up the delicious juices.

Provided by Six Pack To Go

Categories     Tilapia Recipes

Time 18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 pinch garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon celery seed
1 tablespoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 pound tilapia fillets
1 lemon, cut into wedges
4 slices white bread
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or jar with a lid, make the spice blend. Mix together the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, celery seed and kosher salt. Coat the fish fillets with the spice mixture, and allow to sit at room temperature for no longer than 30 minutes.
  • Heat a heavy skillet over high heat. Add oil, and heat until it is almost smoking. Place the fillets in the pan, and cook for about 3 minutes per side, or until fish is opaque and can be flaked with a fork. Remove from the pan, and place onto slices of white bread. Pour pan juices over them and squeeze lemon juice all over. Do not underestimate the white bread. It gets quite tasty soaking up all the juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1687.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

GRILLED TILAPIA



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Easy, flavorful tilapia grilled over flames!

Provided by rjholtz

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried mustard, or to taste
garlic powder, or to taste
4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Mix olive oil, lemon pepper, cumin, paprika, dried mustard, and garlic powder together in a small bowl. Brush each tilapia fillet with mixture using a pastry brush. Flip; brush the other side. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Spray a large piece of foil with cooking spray and place on the grill. Transfer tilapia onto the foil.
  • Cook fillets on the preheated grill until they're easily flaked with a fork, about 5 minutes per side. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 166.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh tilapia fillets: Look for fillets that are firm and have a mild, slightly sweet smell. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Season the tilapia fillets well: Tilapia is a mild-flavored fish, so it's important to season it well before cooking. You can use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or chili powder.
  • Cook the tilapia fillets over medium heat: Cooking the tilapia fillets over medium heat will help to prevent them from drying out. If you cook them over high heat, they will be more likely to overcook and become tough.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan: When cooking the tilapia fillets, do not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Serve the tilapia fillets immediately: Once the tilapia fillets are cooked, serve them immediately. This will help to ensure that they are hot and flaky.

Conclusion:

Tilapia is a versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. The recipes in this article provide you with a variety of options for cooking tilapia fillets. Whether you are looking for a simple and quick recipe or a more elaborate and flavorful recipe, you are sure to find a recipe in this article that you will enjoy. So, next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy meal, give tilapia a try!

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