Description

Pan-fried tilapia brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen in just minutes. With its golden-brown crust and tender, flaky interior, this quick and easy dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. A squeeze of fresh lemon elevates every bite, making this recipe a delightful addition to any meal. Get ready to savor a satisfying dish that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

Scale

2 tilapia fillets (6 oz each)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and cayenne.
Spread flour on a plate and lightly coat each fillet in flour, shaking off excess.
Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the fillets to the skillet and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tilapia fillet (170g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the tilapia in a mixture of lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking. - Experiment with spices like paprika or garlic powder for different flavor profiles.