Description
A quick and delicious tilapia dish in a creamy roasted pepper sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb tilapia fillets
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 oz roasted peppers, chopped
- 6 oz roasted peppers, pureed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Freshly chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Tilapia: Pat tilapia fillets dry, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Sear the Tilapia: In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat, cook tilapia for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Cook the Aromatics: Add remaining butter in the skillet, sauté onion for 3-5 minutes, then add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Prepare the Sauce: Stir in chopped and pureed roasted peppers, cook for 2 minutes, then add heavy cream and Parmesan, stirring until melted.
- Combine and Serve: Return tilapia to skillet, spoon sauce over, heat through, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg