Best 6 Tilapia Baked In In Tamarind Sauce Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy recipe that combines bold flavors and healthy ingredients? Look no further than tilapia baked in tamarind sauce. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory and is sure to become a favorite in your household. Made with simple ingredients that can be found at most grocery stores, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED TILAPIA WITH COCONUT-CILANTRO SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Canola oil spray
Four 6-ounce pieces tilapia fillet
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1/2 cup light reduced-fat coconut milk
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon peeled chopped fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
2 garlic cloves
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
3 cups cooked brown rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with canola oil spray. Sprinkle the fish with the salt and place it in the pan.
  • Combine the coconut milk, cilantro, ginger, garam masala, garlic and jalapeno in a blender and pulse until fairly smooth. Pour the mixture over the fish. Bake until the fish is just opaque in the center, about 15 minutes. Garnish with more cilantro and serve with the rice.
  • Per Serving (analysis does not include brown rice): Calories: 170 Fat: 3 grams Saturated Fat: 1 gram Protein: 34 grams Carbohydrates: 1 gram Sugar: 0 grams Fiber: 0 grams Cholesterol: 85 milligrams Sodium: 210 milligrams

TILAPIA BAKED IN IN TAMARIND SAUCE



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Categories     Marinade     Fish     Bake     Quick & Easy     Low Cal

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 tablespoon tamarind concentrate
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
1 teaspoon chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon shrimp paste
1 clove garlic (grated)
1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
1 tilapia fillet (of other white fish)
1 green onion (sliced)
1 red chili pepper (sliced)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the tamarind, water, lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, chili sauce, shrimp paste, garlic and ginger in a small sauce pan and stir to combine. 2. Taste test the sauce to ensure that the sweet, sour, salty and spicy aspects are balanced. 3. Pour 1/2 of the sauce over the tilapia in a baking dish and make sure that the tilapia is fully coated in it. 4. Cover with aluminum foil. 5. Bake in a preheated 350F oven until cooked, about 15-20 minutes. 6. Serve with the remaining tamarind sauce, sliced green onions and red chillies.

BAKED TILAPIA PARMESAN



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

Provided by Pebbles

Categories     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
2 lbs tilapia fillets
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease baking pan.
  • In small bowl, mix together the cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice, basil, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  • Arrange fillets in a single layer in prepared pan.
  • Bake for 20 - 30 minutes until done and flaky.
  • Remove fillets from oven and cover them with the cheese mixture on top side.
  • Place under broiler for 2 minutes or until the topping is browned.
  • Be careful not to overcook the fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.2, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 78.9, Sodium 244.5, Carbohydrate 1.9, Sugar 0.5, Protein 25.3

TILAPIA IN BUTTER SAUCE



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I got this recipe from one of those cards at the grocery store. I am always trying to find new ways to cook fish as I am not fond of it to begin with and Tiliapia is often one of the less expensive fillets.

Provided by Margie99

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 lbs tilapia fillets, about 1/2 inch thick
1 tablespoon oil
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 lemon, juice of
1 lemon, cut into thin slices
minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Season flour to taste with salt and pepper. Dredge fillets in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  • Heat oil with 2 Tablespoons butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add fillets without overlapping, cook in batches if needed.
  • Cook until golden brownon bottom, about 3 minutes. Turn fillets and cook 1 to 2 minutes more or until opaque through the thickest part.
  • Drain fillets on paper towel, transfer to a platter and keep warm. Add remaining 4 Tablespoons butter to the skillet and heat until it froths.
  • Add lemon juice and lemon slices, swirl pan to heat through. Pour butter sauce over fillets immediately before serving. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.3, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 130.9, Sodium 240.9, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 35.2

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

BAKED TILAPIA



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I've decided to cook healthier for my family, and that includes having more fish at home. After looking at easy tilapia recipes I decided to try baked tilapia. I love that it's fast, too! -Hope Stewart, Raleigh, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place tilapia in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, garlic powder and salt; pour over the fillets. Sprinkle with capers, oregano and paprika., Bake, uncovered, at 425° until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest tilapia you can find. Fresh tilapia should have a firm, white flesh and no fishy smell.
  • Marinate the tilapia in the tamarind sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will help to infuse the fish with flavor.
  • Bake the tilapia at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy crust on the outside and a moist, flaky interior.
  • Serve the tilapia with rice, vegetables, or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Tilapia baked in tamarind sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The tamarind sauce is tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy, and it pairs perfectly with the mild flavor of the tilapia. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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