TILAPIA EN PAPILLOTE (TILAPIA IN PARCHMENT)

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This is a quick and easy recipe that requires very little effort but tastes and looks amazing. This is also served great with a side of lemon risotto or just plain white rice. You can also just eat the fish by itself. When serving the dish, do not unfold the bag, just rip it open on its side and open it up enough to eat from the bag. This keeps all the juices and flavor in one place, and it looks nice.

Provided by Paula Hynick

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 large tomato, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons capers, drained
4 teaspoons lemon juice
¼ cup butter, divided
1 cup white wine
1 tablespoon butter, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a baking sheet so that the bottoms of the packets will brown when baked.
  • Prepare 4 sheets of parchment paper by folding each sheet in half and placing a tilapia fillet centered onto one side of the fold of each sheet. Season the tilapia with salt and black pepper. Top the fillets with equal amounts of tomato, garlic, basil, and capers. Sprinkle lemon juice over the fillets. Place 1 tablespoon butter atop the fish. Drizzle white wine over the fillets.
  • Roll up the sides of the paper first, then the top, leaving 1/2-inch space along one edge; fold to seal. Grease the bottoms of the packets with 1 tablespoon butter and arrange on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 79.1 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 189.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

jason o
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I love that this recipe is so healthy. The tilapia is a lean protein, and the vegetables are packed with nutrients. This is a meal that I can feel good about serving to my family.


Shahzaib Gul
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The tilapia en papillote is elegant and flavorful, and it's sure to wow your dinner party guests.


Ohemaa Beauty
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook fish, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The tilapia en papillote was a hit with my family and friends.


Funmilayo Morenikeji
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat fish. My kids love the mild flavor of tilapia, and they always ask for seconds.


shoriful shorif
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. And the cleanup is a breeze - just throw away the parchment paper and you're done.


Sunshine Lollipop
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This is one of the best fish recipes I've ever tried. The tilapia is so flaky and flavorful, and the lemon-herb sauce is the perfect accompaniment. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fish.


Nathaniel Svensson
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I'm a huge fan of tilapia, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The fish is always cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce is to die for. I like to serve it with a side of roasted asparagus and a glass of white wine.


Tawananyasha Mtisi
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This tilapia en papillote is a great way to cook fish for a crowd. It's easy to scale up the recipe, and the fish always comes out perfectly cooked. I like to serve it with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.


Ezekiel Mello
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can use any type of fish you like, and you can customize the vegetables and herbs to your liking. I like to use a variety of vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, and zucchini. And I always add a gen


Maryam Shakoor
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This tilapia en papillote is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to throw together, and the results are always delicious. The fish is always cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce is the perfect complement. I like to serve it with a side


Yengsoua Yang
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I've made this tilapia en papillote several times now, and it's always a hit. The fish is always cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce is so flavorful. I like to add a few chopped tomatoes and olives to the parchment paper before sealing it up.


Tomato Fish
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This tilapia en papillote is a great weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always impressive. The fish is always cooked perfectly, and the flavors are always on point. I like to serve it with a side of roasted vegetables an


Jeremiah Kamis
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The tilapia en papillote was absolutely delicious! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce was divine. I served it with roasted asparagus and a side of quinoa, an


Asifali Asifali
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This tilapia en papillote was a delightful surprise. I'm not usually a fan of fish, but this dish was so light and flavorful, I couldn't get enough. The parchment paper cooking method really made a difference - the fish was cooked evenly and perfectl


Mitchell McKellip (Mitch)
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I'm a huge fan of tilapia, and this recipe did not disappoint. The parchment paper cooking method is brilliant - it locks in all the moisture and flavor. The fish came out so tender and flavorful, and the lemon-herb butter was the perfect finishing t


Shannon Tucker
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OMG, this tilapia en papillote is a game-changer! The fish was cooked to perfection, flaky and moist, and the flavors were out of this world. The lemon, herbs, and white wine created a light and refreshing sauce that complemented the delicate flavor