Tilapia with Lemon Caper Sauce is a light, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of zesty lemon, briny capers, and fragrant herbs creates a bright and tangy sauce that perfectly complements the mild flavor of tilapia. This dish can be served on its own or paired with a side of steamed vegetables or roasted potatoes. With its minimal ingredients and quick preparation time, Tilapia with Lemon Caper Sauce is an ideal recipe for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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TILAPIA WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE
My husband and I are always trying to increase the amount of fish in our diet. This recipe is fast, easy and enjoyable, even for non-fish lovers. -Catherine Jensen, Blytheville, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sprinkle tilapia with salt and pepper. Dust lightly with flour., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add tilapia; cook until lightly browned and fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 3-5 minutes per side. Remove from pan; keep warm., Add broth, lemon juice, butter and capers to same skillet; cook and stir until mixture is reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Spoon over tilapia. If desired, serve with pasta and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 500mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LEMON GARLIC TILAPIA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Rinse tilapia fillets under cool water, and pat dry with paper towels.
- Place fillets in baking dish. Pour lemon juice over fillets, then drizzle butter on top. Sprinkle with garlic, parsley, and pepper.
- Bake in preheated oven until the fish is white and flakes when pulled apart with a fork, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 93 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
TILAPIA W/ LEMON CAPER SAUCE
Mmmm!!! Another recipe from our local grocer. Quick, cheap, and easy! Really good with wild rice and steamed veggies.
Provided by piranhabriana
Categories Tilapia
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat pan sauté fish fillets in butter.
- Remove fish and keep warm.
- In the same skillet add shallots and 1 tsp of seasoned flour. Sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and wine. Simmer till sauce is slightly thickened.
- Add capers to sauce and spoon sauce over cooked fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.8, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 77.8, Sodium 287.3, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.5, Protein 26.5
TILAPIA & LEMON SAUCE
Serve this lemon tilapia with any tossed salad full of your favorite vegetables and buttered bread. It's easy, quick and unique. And it's a big hit with company, too. -Susan Taul, Birmingham, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine 1/4 cup flour and salt. Dip fillets in flour mixture. , In a large nonstick skillet, cook fillets in 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat until fish just begins to flake with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 teaspoons butter. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon flour until smooth; gradually whisk in broth, wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in parsley. Serve fish and sauce with rice; garnish with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PAN SEARED TILAPIA WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE
Healthy fresh flavors for a quick and delicious meal.
Provided by Laurie McNamara
Categories Mains & Entrees
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season both sides of the fish with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Melt two tablespoons of butter and two tablespoons of olive oil.
- Work in batches of two and carefully place the tilapia into the hot pan. Cook the tilapia for 4 minutes before flipping and cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and repeat with the second batch. Keep the tilapia warm by covering loosely with foil.
- Add the minced shallots and garlic to the same pan and cook for two to three minutes or until fragrant and soft. Add in the wine and lemon juice, bring to a boil over medium-high heat until it thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the capers, parsley and lemon zest, then taste and season with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Place the fish back into the skillet and spoon sauce over top before serving with a few slices of fresh lemon and a light drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 333 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g
SAUTEED TILAPIA WITH LEMON-CAPER PAN SAUCE
Make and share this Sauteed Tilapia With Lemon-Caper Pan Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by RedVinoGirl
Categories Tilapia
Time 30m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together chicken stock, lemon juice and capers. Lightly crush the capers.
- Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper. Then dredge them in flour, shaking off any excess. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt one teaspoon of butter over medium heat. Turn up the heat to medium-high and brown the butter (it should be a golden brown color). Add the fillets to the pan. Sauté for about 3 minutes on each side (they are done when the fish flakes easily with a fork). Add olive oil to the pan as needed if the pan becomes too dry. Transfer fillets to plates.
- Pour the broth mixture into pan, being careful of splatter - it will instantly boil, steam and hiss. Scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits. Continue heating and stirring until the mixture is reduced to about 1/2 cup. Remove the pan from the burner and whisk in two teaspoons of butter. Spoon two tablespoons of mixture, give or take, over each fillet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.2, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.9, Sodium 177.9, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 1.9
Tips:
- Choose the freshest tilapia fillets you can find. Look for fillets that are firm and have a mild, sweet smell. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have an off odor.
- Season the tilapia fillets liberally with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Cook the tilapia fillets over medium-high heat. This will help to create a crispy crust on the outside of the fish while keeping the inside moist and flaky.
- Be careful not to overcook the tilapia fillets. Overcooked tilapia will be dry and tough. The fillets are done cooking when they are opaque throughout and flake easily with a fork.
- Serve the tilapia fillets immediately with your favorite sides. Some good options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Tilapia with lemon caper sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The tilapia is cooked to perfection and the lemon caper sauce is light and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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