How to Make Pan-Fried Tilapia - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something so satisfying about a perfectly pan-fried piece of fish. The crispy exterior, the flaky interior, and the burst of flavors with every bite make it a favorite dish for many. If you're looking for a simple and delicious way to cook up some fresh tilapia, pan-frying is the way to go.

Tilapia is a mild-flavored white fish that is widely available and affordable, making it a popular choice for seafood lovers. It's also a healthy option, being low in calories and high in p...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon parsley flakes
  • 1 pinch lemon-pepper seasoning, or to taste
  • 1 pound tilapia fillets

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, Cajun seasoning, basil, parsley, and lemon-pepper seasoning. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tilapia fillets and increase heat to medium-high.
  • Cook tilapia until opaque and easily flaked with a fork, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Adjust temperature if it browns too quickly.
  • Nutrition

    193 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 57mg
    • Sodium: 268mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 496mg