Tilapia Lemon Pan Fried (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Tilapia Prep
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About 1.5 pounds of fresh tilapia fillets (roughly 4 pieces, 6 oz each)
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A small pinch of black pepper, freshly ground
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1 tsp of fine sea salt
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2 tbsp of high-quality olive oil
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1/2 tsp of garlic powder with a rich aroma
→ Lemon Butter Mix
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1/2 cup of real salted butter
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Juice squeezed from one zesty lemon (about 2 tbsp)
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1/2 tsp of garlic powder
# Instructions:
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Grab some paper towels and get those tilapia fillets nice and dry. It’s key for getting that amazing sear. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and black pepper generously all over both sides, then leave them aside as you heat up your skillet.
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Drizzle olive oil into a large pan and put it over medium-high heat. Let it warm up for around 2 minutes so it’s ready to cook.
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Set your spiced-up fillets into the hot skillet, making sure they all fit with some space between (work in batches if needed). Let them cook without moving for 3-4 minutes until the edges turn whitish and opaque. Flip gently, then continue cooking for another 2-4 minutes. They should hit a safe internal temp of 135-140°F. If you notice them browning too much, lower the heat a bit.
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Move your cooked fillets to a pre-warmed plate and carefully cover them with aluminum foil to trap the heat.
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With the heat turned down to medium-low, whip up the lemon butter sauce in the same skillet you used for the fish. It’ll soak up all those tasty bits left behind.
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Ladle some of that rich lemony sauce on each plate, pop the tilapia on top, then drizzle a little more sauce over everything for a final touch.
# Notes:
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Maya Krampf from Wholesome Yum shares her take on perfectly pan-cooked tilapia bathed in a buttery, citrusy sauce.