Description
A quick and light tilapia dish simmered in a rich, slightly smoky roasted red pepper sauce, perfect for a fast and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or fresh)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Blend roasted red peppers into a smooth puree and add to the skillet.
- Stir in paprika, salt, and black pepper, and let the sauce simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Season tilapia fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Place the fillets into the sauce and spoon sauce over the top.
- Cover and cook for 8–10 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Stir in cream or coconut milk for a richer sauce.
- Substitute tilapia with cod or haddock if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently on low heat and add liquid if needed to loosen sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
