Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure to the tropics with our exquisite Coconut Lime Tilapia recipe. This dish is a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a Caribbean paradise. The delicate tilapia fillets are bathed in a vibrant marinade of coconut milk, zesty lime juice, fragrant cilantro, and a touch of heat from jalapeƱo peppers. Grilled to perfection, the fish exudes a mouthwatering aroma that promises an unforgettable dining experience.
Accompanying the tilapia are three tantalizing recipes that elevate this meal to a gourmet feast. Indulge in the creamy and refreshing Coconut Lime Sauce, which complements the fish perfectly with its velvety texture and tangy citrus notes. For a delightful crunch and burst of sweetness, prepare the vibrant Mango Salsa, combining ripe mangoes, red onions, and a hint of cilantro. Rounding out the trio is the aromatic Coconut Rice, cooked in coconut milk and enhanced with fragrant pandan leaves, delivering a side dish that is both flavorful and visually captivating.
COCONUT/LIME TILAPIA
My first attempt at making any fish. It was lower fat, quick, easy and most of all-myself (non-fish eater) and the entire family loved it!
Provided by Ladies of the Lake-
Categories Tilapia
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place flour in flat bowl. (for coating filets).
- Stir lime juice and liquid egg together and put in its own bowl.
- Mix breadcrumbs and coconut together. Add salt, pepper, Basil, garlic salt and place in a flat bowl.
- With each filet, cover in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg/lime mix, and coat both sides with the breadcrumbs/coconut. Place on a cookie sheet that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake @ 375 for 15 min (or until it flakes).
- I served with a Broccoli & Rice dish, and steamed zucchini.
COCONUT-LIME TILAPIA
Make and share this Coconut-Lime Tilapia recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ElizabethKnicely
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 5 oz. tilapia fillets, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat. In a small bowl, combine lime zest, garlic, salt, pepper, and 4 teaspoons coconut oil.
- 2. Coat tilapia fillets with the oil mixture on both sides. Place fillets, two at a time, in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden and crisp.
- 3. In a large bowl, toss spinach with the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Divide amoung four serving plates with a fillet, and drizzle with lime juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.8, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 70.9, Sodium 267.4, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.6, Protein 30.5
Tips:
- For a crispy fish, make sure to pat the tilapia fillets dry before cooking.
- To get a nice sear on the fish, cook it over medium-high heat.
- The coconut-lime sauce is versatile and can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or drizzled over the cooked fish.
- If you don't have coconut milk, you can substitute it with unsweetened almond milk or cashew milk.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the coconut-lime sauce, such as bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli.
- Serve the coconut-lime tilapia with rice, quinoa, or your favorite roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
This coconut-lime tilapia recipe is a delicious and easy way to prepare tilapia. The coconut-lime sauce is flavorful and versatile, and the fish cooks quickly and easily. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual lunch.
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