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pan fried tilapia

Pan Fried Tilapia: 5 Easy Steps for a Perfect Dinner


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Pan fried tilapia is a quick and easy dish that offers a crispy exterior and tender inside.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, sliced

Instructions

  1. Rinse tilapia fillets and pat them dry.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Place fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Remove from skillet and serve with lemon slices.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust seasonings to your taste.
  • Pair with a side of vegetables or rice.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan Fry
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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