Baked tilapia

When it comes to healthy and delicious fish recipes, few can top baked tilapia. This mild-flavored fish is not only a good source of protein, but it’s also low in calories and fat. Plus, it’s easy to bake, making it a great option for busy weeknight meals.

While the exact origins of baked tilapia are unknown, the dish is thought to have originated in Africa. Tilapia is a popular fish in many African countries, and it’s often cooked in simple, healthy ways.

The first written recipe for baked tilapia was published in a cookbook called The African Cookbook in 1968. The book was written by an African-American woman named Maya Angelou. In the recipe, tilapia is simply baked with a little butter, salt, and pepper.

Advice

When making baked tilapia, it is important to season the fish before baking. To do this, season the fish with a combination of salt, pepper, and herbs such as oregano or thyme. You can also add a little bit of lemon juice and garlic to give the fish a bit of a zest. Additionally, you should use a shallow baking dish and preheat your oven to 375°F before baking the tilapia. This will help the fish to cook evenly, and also allows the seasonings to penetrate the fish, making it more flavourful. Finally, make sure to keep an eye on the fish while it is baking. The fish should be easily flaked when it is done.

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Recipes

 

Baked Tilapia With Lots of Spice

5/5 - 231 votes

• parsley flake
• olive oil
• salt
• bread crumb
• basil
• cumin
• garlic powder
• pepper
• green onion
• mustard
• italian seasoning
• onion powder
• paprika
• tilapia

 

Baked Tilapia With Coconut-Cilantro Sauce

4.4/5 - 62 votes

• cooking spray
• ginger
• cilantro
• light coconut milk
• garam masala
• jalapeño
• salt
• garlic
• brown rice
• tilapia

 

Crunchy Panko-Crusted Baked Tilapia

4/5 - 66 votes

• panko bread crumb
• parsley flake
• paprika
• bread crumb
• onion powder
• salt
• light mayonnaise
• honey dijon mustard
• tilapia
• pepper
• cooking spray

 

Baked Tilapia With Buttery Crumb Topping

4/5 - 40 votes

• bread crumb
• leaf basil
• butter
• tilapia
• black pepper
• salt

 

Baked Tilapia With Dill and Sour Cream

4.5/5 - 19 votes

• dill
• lemon juice
• sour cream
• mayonnaise
• onion
• parsley
• tilapia
• black pepper
• salt

 

Baked Tilapia

4/5 - 30 votes

• parsley
• lemon
• green onion
• butter
• tilapia
• black pepper
• salt

 

Baked Tilapia With Herb Butter

4.1/5 - 15 votes

• salt
• green onion
• tarragon
• butter
• celery
• tilapia
• mushroom

 

Easy Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia

4.89/5 - 17 votes

• lemon
• butter
• parsley
• lemon juice
• garlic
• tilapia
• salt

 

Oven-Baked Tilapia

4.93/5 - 13 votes

• oil
• thyme
• oregano pepper
• lemon
• chicken stock
• paprika
• white pepper
• butter
• garlic
• tilapia loin
• parsley
• salt

 

Baked Tilapia With Tomatoes and Potatoes

4.6/5 - 9 votes

• cooking spray
• salt
• new potato
• kalamata olife
• white balsamic vinegar
• cherry tomato
• caper
• olive oil
• thyme
• garlic
• tilapia

 

Baked Tilapia With Cajun Crumb Topping

4/5 - 15 votes

• bread crumb
• cajun seasoning
• salt
• butter
• tilapia
• black pepper
• thyme

 

Crispy Baked Tilapia Recipe

4/5 - 14 votes

• garlic
• panko
• bell pepper
• olive oil
• tilapia
• potato chip
• parmesan cheese
• butter
• leek
• salt

 

Baked Tilapia With Tamarind Sauce

3.5/5 - 7 votes

• tamarind paste
• ginger
• coriander
• water
• palm sugar
• nam prik pao
• tilapia
• fish sauce
• spring onion
• shrimp paste
• garlic

 

Crispy Baked Tilapia

5/5 - 1 votes

• black pepper
• salt
• lemon wedge
• panko bread crumb
• olive oil
• tilapia

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