How to Make Crunchy Oven Fried Tilapia - A Step-by-Step Guide

Seafood is a beloved staple in many diets around the world, and for good reason. It's not only delicious, but also packed with essential nutrients like protein and omega-3 fatty acids. When it comes to preparing seafood, there are countless ways to do so. One popular option is to oven fry it, which gives you that satisfying crunch without all the added grease and calories of traditional frying.

One delightful and easy-to-make oven-fried seafood dish is Crunchy Oven Fried Tilapia. Tila...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • pepper
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 pound tilapia fillets
  • ¼ cup dried bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup cornmeal
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil, crushed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spray a shallow baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish and set aside.
  • Beat egg whites in a separate shallow dish until white and frothy. Combine bread crumbs with cornmeal and basil in another shallow dish.
  • Dip fillets into flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then dip into egg whites, followed by bread crumb mixture.
  • Lay fillets in the prepared baking dish, tucking under any thin ends or edges for even cooking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    210 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 274mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 532mg