Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia

I prefer to bake tilapia over frying them! I think they taste better this way, and this lemon garlic baked tilapia recipe is the best ever.

The recipe is super easy; I made it in under 20 minutes. Also, I Like its bright lemon flavor and the rich and flaky texture.

Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia

I like this delicious dish because it i light, flavorful and goes well with so many other side dishes.

I serve this dish with Chimichurri Rice or Pan Fried Green Beans. And for a lighter meal option, you may serve it with Cabbage Patties.

The marinade sauce is loaded with garlic, lemon juice, butter and flavorful seasonings.

Storing this dish is sooo easy; I refrigerate this dish for up to 3 days in an airtight container and reheat it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. I don't recommend freezing it, though, as it affects its texture badly.

What's in This Recipe?

Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Tilapia Fish Fillets. I use fresh tilapia fillets. Though tilapia fillets tend to be uniform in size, the thicker portion of the fillet, known as the "tilapia loins" can be cut in half for a thinner size. I recommend using whole fillets for this recipe, although loins can be used instead.

Tip: If you are going to use frozen tilapia fillets, you need to remember to put them in the refrigerator in advance so that they can slowly defrost.

Fresh Lemon Juice. Lemon juice is needed to make this recipe less fishy taste and smell but brighter and more flavorful in taste instead. You can add lemon zest as well if you like.

Butter. Butter gives the whole dish a tender and buttery texture with some added moisture that makes the fresh fish meat taste delicate. You can use salted or unsalted butter. You may also use olive oil instead.

Garlic. I use fresh garlic to enhance the flavor and aroma of this dish.

Seasonings: I add to the marinade paprika, salt and black pepper.

Parsley. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Step-By-Step Instructions

One: Preheat the oven to 180 C / 350 F.

Two: To make the garlic butter marinade: In a small bowl, mix together garlic, paprika, lemon juice, melted butter, salt, and black pepper and set aside.

Three: Rinse the tilapia fillets well and pat them dry using a paper towel. Arrange them in a single layer on a 20x30 cm baking sheet.

Four: Now, pour the marinade over the Tilapia fillets and then top them with lemon slices.

Five: Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes; garnish with chopped parsley and some red pepper flakes (optional), and serve.

Tip: Tilapia overcooks quickly, so always be mindful of the time. Overcooking tilapia will give you a dry and very flaky texture.

Customizations

• Do you love spicy dishes? Then garnish this with red pepper flakes alongside the parsley.
• If you want this dish to be cheesy, you may add grated parmesan cheese to the marinade mixture.
• You may add some fresh herbs, such as fresh basil or cilantro.

More Seafood Recipes

• Thai Fish Patties
• Cajun Fish Fry
• Garlic Prawns
• Baked Honey Glazed Salmon
• Salmon Pasta Without Cream

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