Best 5 Tilapia Masala With Rice Recipes

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Tilapia masala with rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The tilapia is cooked in a flavorful masala sauce made with tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, and a variety of spices. The rice is cooked separately and then served with the tilapia masala. This dish is a great way to enjoy the delicate flavor of tilapia, and the masala sauce adds a delicious and complex flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

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

SPICY TILAPIA RICE BOWL



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I love healthy living and tilapia is a staple in my kitchen. Fresh vegetables are always good but take more prep time, so I use boil-in-bag rice for a shortcut. -Rosalin Johnson, Tupelo, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
1-1/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 package (16 ounces) frozen pepper and onion stir-fry blend
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 envelope fajita seasoning mix
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups hot cooked brown rice
Optional toppings: Cubed avocado, sour cream and salsa

Steps:

  • Sprinkle fillets with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add fillets; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 4-6 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. Wipe pan clean., In same skillet, heat remaining oil. Add squash; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add stir-fry blend and tomatoes; cook until vegetables are tender, 6-8 minutes longer. Stir in fajita seasoning mix; cook and stir until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes longer., In a small bowl, mix beans, salt and pepper. Divide rice among 4 serving bowls; layer with beans, vegetables and fillets. If desired, serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1365mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

ITALIAN-SEASONED TILAPIA AND BROWN RICE



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Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup vegetable or chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup uncooked regular long-grain brown rice
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (from 12-oz bag)
2 fresh tilapia fillets (about 1 lb), cut in half lengthwise

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix Italian seasoning, salt, paprika and pepper; set aside.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in broth, wine, rice and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the seasoning mixture. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 45 minutes.
  • Stir in frozen vegetables. Heat to boiling. Sprinkle fish with remaining seasoning mixture. Arrange fish over rice and vegetables. Cover; simmer 6 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork. Remove from heat; let stand covered 5 minutes or until liquid in rice mixture is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

TILAPIA WITH JASMINE RICE



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This tender, full-flavored tilapia with fragrant jasmine rice is absolutely to die for. And it gets better-each serving has only 5 grams of fat! -Shirl Parsons, Cape Carteret, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked jasmine rice
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine water, rice and butter; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes., Meanwhile, mix seasonings; sprinkle over tilapia. In a large skillet, heat salad dressing over medium heat until hot. Add fillets; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 3-4 minutes per side. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HISPANIC TILAPIA AND RICE BOWL



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A quick and easy dish that comes alive on those busy days.

Provided by Paula Baker

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (15 ounce) can reduced-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.25 ounce) can no-salt-added whole-kernel corn, drained
1 ¾ cups water
2 tablespoons medium chunky salsa
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon chili powder
1 (5.4 ounce) package Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Yellow Rice
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pat tilapia filets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In large skillet, heat oil and add tilapia filets. Cook until fish releases easily with a spatula; flip and cook until fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside, tenting loosely with foil to keep warm.
  • Add beans, corn, water, salsa, cumin, chili powder and contents of rice package to skillet, stir well. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat. Simmer until water has been absorbed and rice is tender, about 7 minutes.
  • Place rice in a serving dish and top with fish. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

MEXICAN RICE AND TILAPIA SALAD



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A fresh green salad with sautéed tilapia is a filling dinner when Knorr® Fiesta Sides Mexican rice is added.

Provided by Tammy Lynn

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon buttery spread or oil
4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets, cut into chunks
1 (5.4 ounce) package Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Mexican Rice
4 cups torn romaine lettuce leaves
1 fresh tomato, chopped
½ red onion, diced

Steps:

  • Mix cumin and chili powder together and sprinkle over tilapia chunks to coat.
  • Heat non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and melt buttery spread or oil. Saute tilapia on each side until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • In same skillet, prepare Knorr® Fiesta SidesTM - Mexican Rice according to package directions. Transfer tilapia to the rice mixture.
  • Divide lettuce between four salad bowls or plates. Divide the rice and tilapia mixture among the dishes. Top with tomatoes and onions. Serve with your favorite light dressing, such as Ranch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 104.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful dish, marinate the tilapia in the yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have ginger-garlic paste, you can use 1 teaspoon of grated ginger and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic.
  • To make the dish spicier, add 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the tilapia masala with steamed rice, naan, or roti.
  • Garnish the dish with cilantro leaves or chopped green onions.

Conclusion:

Tilapia masala is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover tilapia. The yogurt marinade helps to keep the fish moist and flavorful, while the spices and tomatoes create a delicious sauce. Serve the tilapia masala with steamed rice, naan, or roti for a complete meal.

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