Revel in good-quality Tilapia and enjoy its health benefits! A freshwater fish that many like for its mild and sweet taste. It is available in the market all year round, making it a convenient ingredient in everyday cooking and parties. Remove its bitter-tasting skin and savor the taste of its darker tilapia meat. This is a great ingredient when grilled, baked, broiled, or sauteed with your favorite sauces, spices, and vegetables.
One of the best ways to cook tilapia is to pan-fry it, which gives it a crispy crust and a tender, flaky interior. Here’s a simple recipe for Pan-Fried Tilapia:
Ingredients:
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions:
- Rinse the fillets with cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge the fillets in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the fillets to the hot skillet and cook them for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fillets from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the pan-fried fish hot with lemon wedges on the side.
This Pan-Fried Tilapia recipe is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. You can serve it with your choice of steamed rice and your favorite vegetables on the side. Enjoy!
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