PAN FRIED TILAPIA
This Pan Fried Tilapia is a quick and easy dish featuring lightly seasoned fish fillets cooked to golden perfection. Perfect for a healthy and delicious meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- ½ cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Dredge each tilapia fillet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the tilapia from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the pan fried tilapia with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Seasoning Variations: Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your taste. You can add cayenne pepper for a bit of heat or use Italian seasoning for a different flavor profile.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the tilapia with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Fish Alternatives: This recipe works well with other white fish fillets, such as cod or halibut.
- Make-Ahead: The seasoned flour mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. The fish should be cooked just before serving.
- Leftovers: Store any leftover tilapia in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.