Simply Sauted Lemon Tilapia
This Simply Sauted Lemon Tilapia is a quick, healthy dish bursting with flavor, perfect for impressing your guests!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 to 6 fillets tilapia Wild caught is preferred for the best flavor and texture.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil A healthy fat that adds richness and aids in cooking.
- 1 lemon juiced Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish.
- to taste Salt Essential for enhancing the overall flavor.
- to taste Pepper Adds a subtle kick to the dish.
- 1/4 cup parsley or cilantro chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Season both sides of the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper.
- Carefully place the seasoned fillets in the hot skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Once cooked through, lower the heat and squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the fillets for 1 minute.
- Transfer the tilapia to a serving plate and sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately.
Equipment
- Non-stick Skillet
- Spatula
- Citrus juicer
- Measuring Spoons
- Serving Plate
Notes
- For a colorful twist, add fresh asparagus or peas in spring.
- Serve with grilled vegetables or a cucumber salad in summer.
- Cooked tilapia can be refrigerated for up to three days.