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pan fried tilapia recipe

Pan Fried Tilapia Recipe: 6 Steps to Flavorful Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple and quick pan-fried tilapia recipe for a delicious meal.


Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat dry.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  4. Heat olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the fillets to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove from the pan and serve with lemon slices.

Notes

  • Adjust spices to your taste.
  • Serve with vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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