Description
This Spicy Garlic Butter Tilapia Bowl is a flavorful and quick dish featuring tender tilapia fillets cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with a kick of red pepper flakes. Enhanced with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious, satisfying meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 4 fillets tilapia
Sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Seasonings
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Melt the butter. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter until fully melted and beginning to bubble gently.
- Cook the garlic and spices. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to the melted butter, stirring frequently for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- Season the tilapia. Pat the 4 fillets of tilapia dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the tilapia fillets. Place the seasoned tilapia fillets into the skillet with the garlic butter sauce, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side over medium heat. Cook until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Add finishing touches. Once cooked, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the tilapia fillets for brightness, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to desired spice level.
- Serve with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Ensure not to overcook the tilapia to keep it moist and flaky.
- Butter can be substituted with olive oil for a lighter option.
