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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce: A Flavorful Weeknight Delight

Enjoy this quick and flavorful Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Tilapia fresh or frozen
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper freshly cracked
For the Roasted Pepper Sauce
  • 2 cups Roasted Red Peppers jarred can save time
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh preferred
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can swap with avocado oil
Finishing Touches
  • Lemon squeeze of fresh juice, optional
  • Fresh Herbs basil or parsley to garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Sauce: Roast the red peppers and garlic in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes until tender and slightly charred, then blend until smooth.
  2. Season the Fish: Season tilapia fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook the Fish: Place tilapia in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until opaque and flakes easily.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Pour roasted pepper sauce over tilapia and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Plate tilapia, spoon extra sauce over, and garnish with lemon juice and herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 36gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. The roasted pepper sauce can be made ahead and stored. Be cautious not to overcook the tilapia.

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