Cast Iron Tilapia Recipe 465

PAN SEARED TILAPIA

Steps:

• Place fillets on a large plate then rub the salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried basil and olive oil all over them.
• In a skillet (preferably cast iron) heat 1 tablespoon of oil on high heat for about 3 minutes. Turn down the heat to medium then add two fillets to the pan. Let them cook on one side for about 4 minutes then flip to the other side and let them cook for another 3-4 minutes.
• Repeat the process with the remaining fillets and oil.
• Serve warm with some lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish as needed. I love to serve this fish with my Mango Avocado Salsa on the side! You could also break it up and use in tacos or serve with any side dish you like. Enjoy, friends!

SKILLET-ROASTED TILAPIA WITH GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• Place a large cast iron skillet in the oven. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
• Toss green beans, 1/2 tablespoon butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in the hot skillet. Return to the oven and roast for 3 minutes.
• Meanwhile, sprinkle remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper over tilapia fillets.
• Combine bread crumbs, almonds, and sage in a small bowl; stir in remaining 1 1/2 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle enough topping over the tilapia to cover the surface. Press topping lightly to adhere.
• Carefully remove skillet from the oven. Sprinkle remaining topping over the green beans and toss lightly. Place the tilapia on top, in the center of the skillet.
• Roast until flesh flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 13 minutes.

PAN-SEARED TILAPIA

Steps:

• Rinse tilapia fillets in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides of each fillet with salt and pepper. Place the flour in a shallow dish; gently press each fillet into the flour to coat and shake off the excess flour.
• Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the tilapia in the hot oil until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side. Brush the melted butter onto the tilapia in the last minute before removing from the skillet. Serve immediately.

LEMON-GARLIC TILAPIA WITH SPINACH

Steps:

• Pat the tilapia dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread the flour on a plate; dredge the tilapia in the flour, tapping off the excess. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tilapia and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Wipe out the skillet.
• Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it starts browning, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, wine, and lemon zest and juice. Increase the heat to high, bring to a boil and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add the butter and whisk until slightly thickened, about 1 minute; stir in the parsley.
• Meanwhile, toss the spinach with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a few grinds of pepper. Divide among plates, top with the fish and drizzle with some pan sauce. Serve with lemon wedges.

QUICK PAN-FRIED TILAPIA

Steps:

• Begin by seasoning both sides of each filet and cutting the first lemon into slices to lay on top of each filet.
• Heat a pan large enough to fit 5 filets, adding half of the butter and half of the olive oil. Squeezing half a lemon over each side as it cooks.
• Once the first side has turned golden, turn over and cook on the other side. Add the remaining olive oil and butter.
• Add the lemon slices to each filet once they are almost done cooking, allowing them to sit until the slices soften slightly before removing from heat.
• Serve with steamed rice and your favorite vegetable for a simple and easy meal. I love to serve it with my Garlic Parmesan Asparagus for a tasty meal.
• Enjoy!

CAST IRON TILAPIA RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Steps:

• Wash the tilapia fillets. Soak the tilapia fillets in cold water with a splash of vinegar, wine or beer for 15 minutes. Pat dry and season with Old Bay. Coat the tilapia in olive oil. 2 Mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a small shallow bowl. 3 Place cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. Add about 2 tbsps of olive oil, 1 tbsp of butter, and 1/8 tsp of curry powder. Heat until butter is melted and oil is hot. Make sure the mixture coats the bottom of the skillet. 4 Set oven to broil. Dip the oiled and seasoned tilapia in the bread crumb mixture. Place in heated skillet. Allow tilapia to cook for about 2 minutes or until golden brown. Use spatula or tongs to turn and allow to brown on the other side. 5 Place the skillet in the oven and broil for about 5 minutes. Watch the tilapia carefully as some ovens broil faster or slower than others.