Best 9 Tilapia With Citrus Sauce Recipes

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Tilapia with citrus sauce is a delectable dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant flavors and aromatic essence. This culinary creation combines the delicate texture of tilapia with the tangy and refreshing zest of citrus fruits, resulting in a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the process of crafting this delightful dish, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a successful culinary experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

TILAPIA WITH CITRUS BAGNA CAUDA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons
4 anchovy fillets, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon orange zest
6 (6-ounce) skinless tilapia fillets
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the butter and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a heavy medium saucepan over low to medium heat just until the butter is melted, stirring frequently. Add the anchovies and stir until the anchovies dissolve, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat. Stir in the orange juice, basil, and lemon and orange zests. Season the sauce, to taste, with salt.
  • The bagna cauda sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before using.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper and brush both sides of the fish with remaining 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil. Working in 2 batches, fry the fish until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer fish to platter. Cover with foil and keep warm in the oven while cooking the second batch of fish. Drizzle the sauce over and around the fish and serve.

TILAPIA WITH CITRUS SAUCE



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The lemon, lime and orange sauce adds zest to this flaky, delicate-flavored fish. -Francis Garland, Anniston, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
Olive oil-flavored cooking spray
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 small lemon, sliced
1/2 medium lime, sliced
1/2 small navel orange, sliced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 green onions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place milk in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Dip fish in milk, then coat with flour mixture., Spray fillets with cooking spray. In a large nonstick skillet, cook fish over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove and keep warm., In the same pan, saute garlic in butter and oil for 1 minute. Add the lemon, lime and orange slices, juices and onions; cook 1 minute longer. Serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TILAPIA & LEMON SAUCE



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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

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon salt
4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons butter, divided
1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
2 cups hot cooked rice
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

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

TILAPIA WITH CREAMY SAUCE



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This dish is quick, easy, and even better, it's healthy! Served on a bed of rice with the sauce arranged artistically around the plate, it looks absolutely stunning.

Provided by SUGAKISES

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
butter flavored cooking spray
4 teaspoons margarine, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill weed
1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning
4 teaspoons cream cheese
5 tablespoons lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill weed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place the tilapia fillets on the sheet, and coat them lightly with cooking spray. Spoon the melted margarine over each fillet, then drizzle with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Season with lemon pepper and 2 tablespoons of dill.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  • While the fish is baking, combine the cream cheese, 5 tablespoons of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of dill in a small bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute and 10 seconds, then stir to blend.
  • Place fillets onto serving plates, and spoon sauce around them in a decorative fashion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 480.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

FIVE-SPICE TILAPIA WITH CITRUS PONZU SAUCE



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I love tilapia! This is a Cooking Light recipe. I have not yet made this, but it looks to be a relatively quick and easy meal.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Tilapia

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World)
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
2 teaspoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Combine green onions, juices, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and ginger in a small bowl.
  • Combine five-spice powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Sprinkle both sides of fish evenly with spice mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add fish to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness.
  • Remove from skillet, and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.3, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 85.1, Sodium 368.1, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2, Protein 34.5

SAUTEED TILAPIA WITH LEMON-PEPPERCORN PAN SAUCE



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This piquant sauce is perfect over plain white fish. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest flavor. (Cooking Light March 2004)

Provided by figaro8895

Categories     Tilapia

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons drained green peppercorns in brine, lightly crushed
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
12 ounces tilapia fillets or 12 ounces sole fillets
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons butter
lemon wedge (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients.
  • Melt 1 teaspoon of butter with oil in a large nonstick skillet over low heat.
  • While butter melts, sprinkle fish fillets with salt and black pepper.
  • Place the flour in a shallow dish.
  • Dredge fillets in flour; shake off excess flour.
  • Increase heat to medium-high; heat 2 minutes or until butter turns golden brown. Add fillets to pan; saute 3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Remove fillets from pan. Add broth mixture to pan, scraping to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 3 minutes). Remove from heat. Stir in two teaspoons of butter with a whisk. Serve sauce over fillets. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.8, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 100.2, Sodium 420.4, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.8, Protein 36

CITRUS TILAPIA



Citrus Tilapia image

Provided by Jeanne Besser

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice or high-quality store-bought orange juice
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Steps:

  • 1. On a plate, combine the flour and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Lightly dredge the tilapia in the flour.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil and butter. When the butter has melted, add the fish and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden and just cooked through. Remove the fish and set aside.
  • 3. Add the orange juice, 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, and the ginger to the skillet. Increase the heat and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Taste and add lemon zest or more lemon juice if necessary. Return the fish to the skillet, coat with sauce, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through.

TILAPIA WITH CITRUS-GARLIC SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Garlic     Side     Tilapia

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 5- to 6-ounce tilapia fillets
Kosher salt to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Ingredients for Citrus-Garlic Sauce (page 165, see Note)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the fillets on both sides with salt. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until it's hot but not smoking. Add the tilapia to the pan and cook until the fish is opaque, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
  • Wipe out the skillet and prepare the citrus-garlic sauce. Arrange the fillets on 4 individual plates or on a platter. Pour the sauce over the fillets and serve.

HUDSON'S BAKED TILAPIA WITH DILL SAUCE



Hudson's Baked Tilapia with Dill Sauce image

Baked tilapia seasoned with Cajun and citrus served with a creamy sauce of fresh dill and lemon.

Provided by KHUDSON3

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
1 lemon, thinly sliced
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Season the tilapia fillets with salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning on both sides. Arrange the seasoned fillets in a single layer in the baking dish. Place a layer of lemon slices over the fish fillets. I usually use about 2 slices on each piece so that it covers most of the surface of the fish.
  • Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • While the fish is baking, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, lemon juice and dill in a small bowl. Serve with tilapia.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 500.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

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 citrus fruits. The recipe calls for lemon and lime, but you can also use oranges, grapefruits, or even tangerines. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite flavor.
  • Don't overcook the tilapia. Tilapia is a delicate fish and it cooks quickly. Overcooking will make it dry and tough. Cook the tilapia until it is just opaque in the center, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Serve the tilapia immediately. Tilapia is best served hot, right out of the pan. You can garnish it with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, or a squeeze of additional citrus juice.

Conclusion:

This tilapia with citrus sauce is a light, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The citrus sauce is bright and tangy, and it pairs perfectly with the delicate flavor of the tilapia. Serve this dish with roasted vegetables or a simple salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

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