Ingredients
4 tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the tilapia: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season tilapia with salt and pepper. Cook 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden and flaky. Remove and set aside.
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Make the sauce: In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add lemon juice: Stir in lemon juice, scraping up any bits from the pan. Let simmer for 1 minute.
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Serve: Pour lemon butter sauce over cooked tilapia fillets. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
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Vegetable pairing: Serve with steamed broccoli, green beans, or asparagus.
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Spicy option: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for heat.
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Fish alternatives: Cod, haddock, or sole can be used instead of tilapia.
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Herb variation: Fresh thyme, dill, or tarragon can be added for more complexity.
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Reheating: Warm gently over low heat or microwave to avoid drying the fish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
