Tilapia is a versatile and delicious fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One of the simplest and most flavorful methods is to bake it in foil in the oven. This method locks in the tilapia's natural juices, resulting in a tender and flaky fish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and healthy tilapia dish that the whole family will enjoy.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GARLIC BAKED TILAPIA IN FOIL WITH ASPARAGUS AND TOMATOES
You can also top your tilapia filets with any type of pesto or a tablespoon of your favorite seasoning mixed with two tablespoons melted butter. Make a different flavor for everyone at once!
Provided by Kristy
Categories Main Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400F (or preheat grill to medium).
- Place each tilapia filet on a piece of tinfoil large enough to fold and enclose tightly.
- Season each filet with salt and pepper.
- Divide remaining ingredients by four. Top tilapia filets with garlic, then butter and lemon slices. Add asparagus and tomatoes to packets, then seal packets tightly (see video for demonstration).
- Place packets on grill or on a baking sheet in the oven. Bake 10 minutes or until tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve in foil packets or remove and place on serving plates. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 158 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 28 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 373 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams unsaturated fat
TILAPIA FOIL PACKETS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lay 4 sheets of aluminum foil on a work surface.
- Place 1 tilapia fillet in the center of each piece of foil, and top with 1/2 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle each fillet with dill, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Fold foil over top and roll up edges to create a sealed packet. Place packets on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 354.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
TILAPIA FOIL PACKETS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Whisk together the white wine, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
- 2. Place each tilapia fillet on a separate 14-by-12-inch piece of nonstick foil. Drizzle one-quarter of the white wine mixture over each fish fillet and top with one-quarter of the tomatoes, capers and thyme. Fold the foil up over each piece of fish and seal to create a packet. Put the packets on a sheet pan and bake until the fish becomes fragrant, 20 to 25 minutes depending on the thickness of the fillets; let cool for 3 minutes. Open the packets, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon salt evenly over the fillets and serve.
EASY BAKED TILAPIA
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
BAKED LEMON-GARLIC TILAPIA AND POTATOES IN FOIL
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray foil with cooking spray.
- Place equal amounts of diced potato and red bell pepper in the middle of each piece of foil and sprinkle with 1/2 of the seafood seasoning. Dot 1 1/2 teaspoons of butter on top of the potatoes.
- Add 1 tilapia fillet to each packet of potatoes. Sprinkle fillet with remaining seafood seasoning. Dot remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons butter on top of the fillets.
- Cut 1/2 of the lemon into thin slices and place 1 to 2 lemon slices on top of each fillet. Seal foil packets and crimp edges tightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tilapia flakes easily with a fork, about 25 minutes.
- Open packets carefully and vent steam. Squeeze remaining lemon juice over the tilapia and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 42.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 2175 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
BREADED BAKED TILAPIA
So much flavor...so few ingredients! A quick and easy crumb coating makes this yummy tilapia recipe ideal for busy weeknights. Try the breading on cod for a change of pace. -Brandi Castillo, Santa Maria, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, cheese, garlic salt and oregano. Coat fillets in crumb mixture. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray., Bake 8-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BAKED TILAPIA IN GARLIC AND OLIVE OIL
Steps:
- Rub the fish fillets with the crushed garlic, then place them in a shallow, non-reactive dish. Spoon the olive oil over the fish until they are coated. Place the onion on top of the fish. Cover the fish and refrigerate overnight to allow the fish to soak in the marinade.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- If baking the fish, transfer it to a 9x13 inch baking dish along with the olive oil, garlic, and onion. Sprinkle the fish with the cayenne or white pepper. If you are grilling the fish, wrap the fish and oil, garlic, onion, and pepper in aluminum foil.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees F) for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 73.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CRUNCHY OVEN-BAKED TILAPIA
This baked tilapia is perfectly crunchy. Dip it in the fresh lime mayo for a burst of bright citrus flavor. -Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place fillets on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice and zest, salt, onion powder and pepper. Spread mayonnaise mixture over fish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs; spritz with cooking spray., Bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SIMPLE BAKED FISH IN FOIL WW
This is so simple, I can't believe I couldn't find it anywhere on zaar. The onion keeps the fish from drying out and gives a lovely mild flavor. We especially like Telipia, but any white fish can be used, as well as any of your favorite fish seasonings. We like lemon pepper or Dominant One (an all seasoning mix from hubby's Indiana hometown spice factory www.marionkay.com). Fresh fish from a camping trip is good also, in fact this method is great for outdoors, as it can be cooked on the grill for 20 min, clean up is a snap, just toss the foil.
Provided by BakinBaby
Categories Tilapia
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place sliced onion rings on aluminum foil, place filets on top, drizzle with oil and butter and sprinkle on seasoniing, top with lemon slices (if using).
- Wrap tightly, bake or grill at 350 degress for about 20. minute or until fish flakes.
- Serve with fresh lemon if desired.
Tips:
- Choose fresh tilapia fillets. Look for fillets that are firm to the touch and have a mild, fresh smell. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
- Use a variety of seasonings. Tilapia is a mild-flavored fish, so it can handle a variety of seasonings. Some popular options include lemon pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and chili powder.
- Bake the tilapia in foil packets. This method helps to keep the fish moist and flavorful. Plus, it makes cleanup a breeze.
- Serve the tilapia with your favorite sides. Some popular options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, and rice.
Conclusion:
Baked tilapia in foil is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and healthy dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give baked tilapia in foil a try.
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