Best 2 Baked Tilapia Costa Rican Style Recipes

**Baked Tilapia Costa Rican Style: A Culinary Journey to the Heart of Costa Rica**

Embark on a tantalizing voyage to the vibrant flavors of Costa Rica with our authentic baked tilapia recipe, Costa Rican style. This delectable dish, a harmonious symphony of fresh herbs, zesty citrus, and aromatic spices, will transport your taste buds to the heart of this tropical paradise. Alongside the featured tilapia recipe, discover a treasure trove of culinary gems, including a refreshing cucumber salad, a medley of sautéed vegetables, and a sweet and tangy pineapple salsa. Each recipe is carefully curated to complement the delicate flavor of tilapia, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your culinary passion, and prepare to indulge in the vibrant flavors of Costa Rica, right from your kitchen.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED COSTA RICAN-STYLE TILAPIA WITH PINEAPPLES, BLACK BEANS AND RICE

Baked Costa Rican-Style Tilapia with Pineapples, Black Beans and Rice image

Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 (5 to 7-ounce) tilapia fillets, rinsed and patted dry
2 cups jarred or homemade tomato salsa
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups diced fresh pineapple
2 limes, thinly sliced

Steps:

Combine the rice and chicken broth in a pot over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the rice is tender and has absorbed all of the liquid, about 20 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, oil, 2 tablespoons of the cilantro, the garlic, and sugar; season with salt and pepper. Add the tilapia fillets to the marinade, turning to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
Stir together the cooked rice, salsa, beans, pineapple, and remaining 2 tablespoons of the cilantro in a 2 or 3-quart baking dish. Remove the tilapia from the marinade, reserve the marinade, and lay the fish fillets over the rice mixture, overlapping if necessary. Pour the reserved marinade over the fish. Shingle the lime slices over the fish. Bake until the fish flakes easily, is opaque, and cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

BAKED TILAPIA - COSTA RICAN-STYLE

Baked Tilapia - Costa Rican-Style image

A delicious way to bake tilapia -- a meal in itself with the rice, tomatoes, and black beans. The addition of the orange gives the dish a nice citrus note.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories Fish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
3 Tbsp vegetable oil, divided
4 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
4 tsp fresh garlic, minced
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp sugar
6 tilapia fillets
3/4 c long grain rice
1 c onions, chopped
2 navel oranges, peeled, and coarsely chopped
1 can(s) 28-oz. can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can(s) 14.5 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Steps:

1. To make the marinade, combine lime juice, 1 tbsp. oil, 2 tbsp. cilantro, 1 tsp. garlic,1/2 tsp. salt and the sugar in a shallow dish. Add the tilapia and marinate 15 minutes, turning once.
2. Cook rice according to pkg. directions and keep the rice warm while the fish is marinating.
3. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a large,deep skillet , heat 2 tbsp. oil on medium heat. Saute the remaining garlic and add the onions. Cook until onions are soft about 5 minutes. Add 2 tbsp. cilantro, the oranges, diced tomatoes, black beans, oregano and the remaining salt, black pepper and the cayenne. Cook, uncovered until hot; stirring occasionally.
4. Place the hot rice in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Spoon the tomato/bean mixture on top of the rice and blend gently. Overlap the tilapia fillets on top and even marinade over filets.
5. Bake about 15-20 minutes or until fish begins to flake when test with a fork.

Tips:

For a crispy skin, pat the tilapia fillets dry before baking.
Use a light hand when seasoning the tilapia, as the Costa Rican-style sauce is already flavorful.
Be careful not to overcook the tilapia, as it will become dry and tough.
Serve the tilapia immediately with the Costa Rican-style sauce.

Conclusion:

Baked tilapia Costa Rican-style is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tilapia is baked in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices. The sauce is slightly spicy, but not overpowering, and it pairs perfectly with the mild flavor of the tilapia. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.