Best 6 Crunchy Oven Baked Tilapia Recipes

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**Crunchy Oven-Baked Tilapia: A Culinary Delight for Seafood Lovers**

Tilapia, a mild-flavored yet versatile fish, takes center stage in this culinary creation. This recipe yields crispy, flavorful tilapia fillets coated in a tantalizing blend of seasonings. The fish is baked to perfection, resulting in a crispy crust and tender, succulent flesh. Accompanying the tilapia are three delectable dipping sauces: a creamy tartar sauce, a zesty lemon-herb sauce, and a spicy Sriracha sauce. These sauces elevate the tilapia experience, adding layers of flavor and complementing the fish's delicate taste. Whether you prefer a classic tartar sauce, a refreshing lemon-herb sauce, or a fiery Sriracha sauce, there's a perfect dipping sauce for every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY OVEN BAKED TILAPIA



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Crispy Oven Baked Tilapia soaked in buttermilk and covered with bread crumbs, is the perfect dinner option for busy weeknights. The fish is cooked in about 15 minutes, and it has a fresh and delicious taste.

Provided by Catalina Castravet

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tilapia filets (thawed and pat dry)
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning dried herbs
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt & pepper (or to taste)
3 tablespoons light mayo
1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Add parchment paper to a large rimmed baking sheet. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the egg and the buttermilk in a large, shallow bowl. Set aside.
  • Add the panko bread crumbs to a large shallow bowl and combine with the remaining ingredients: Italian seasoning mix, dried basil, garlic powder, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Pat dry the fish filets, using tongs or by hand, take a fish filet, dip it into the buttermilk mixture, toss into the breadcrumb mix. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the others.
  • Ensure the breadcrumb mixture is not soggy or wet after tossing the first filets, if needed add more panko breadcrumbs. For a thicker coating, after the first round of dipping, dip each fish filet again into the buttermilk mixture and breadcrumb mixture. In that case the panko breadcrumb quantity should be doubled.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and fish is fork tender. Spray with cooking spray mid baking for the coating to have a shiny, golden brown color.
  • Remove from oven, lightly squeeze some lemon juice onto the fish filets and garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon aioli and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Sodium 398 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRUNCHY OVEN FRIED TILAPIA



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This fish tastes so close to being fried without all the fat and calories!

Provided by MADISONLIBERTY

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees Celsius).
  • Sift or stir flour, salt, and pepper together in a shallow dish, and set aside. In a bowl, beat egg whites until white and frothy. In another bowl, combine bread crumbs with cornmeal and basil.
  • To bread the fillets, dip first into flour, shaking off any excess, then into egg whites, then into bread crumb mixture.
  • Spray a shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Lay fillets flat in the dish, tucking under any thinner ends or edges for more even cooking. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a folk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 274 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CRUNCHY OVEN-BAKED TILAPIA



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This baked tilapia is perfectly crunchy. Dip it in the fresh lime mayo for a burst of bright citrus flavor. -Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
Cooking spray
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place fillets on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice and zest, salt, onion powder and pepper. Spread mayonnaise mixture over fish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs; spritz with cooking spray., Bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRISPY BREADED TILAPIA



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This breaded tilapia provides a quick and tasty meal that my family loves!

Provided by Indy Chef

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup panko bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
¾ tablespoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon milk
4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets, halved
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Combine panko, parsley, and salt on a dinner plate. Mix egg and milk together in a bowl.
  • Dip fillets into the milk mixture and shake off excess. Lightly dredge in panko mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add fillets and cook until golden brown on 1 side, about 4 minutes. Turn and cook until fillets are no longer translucent in the center and they easily flake with a fork, about 5 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 87.8 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 1478 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CRUNCHY OVEN FRIED TILAPIA



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Make and share this Crunchy Oven Fried Tilapia recipe from Food.com.

Provided by peas321

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon table salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 egg whites
2 lbs tilapia fillets, raw
1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs
1/4 cup cornmeal, uncooked
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Sift or stir flour, salt and pepper together in a shallow dish, and set aside. In a bowl, beat egg whites until white and frothy. In another bowl, combine bread crumbs with cornmeal and basil.
  • To bread fillets, dip first into flour, shaking off any excess, then into egg whites, then into bread crumb mixture.
  • Spray a shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Lay fillets flat in the dish, tucking under any thinner ends or edges for more even cooking.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.8, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 56.8, Sodium 171.5, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.3, Protein 24.9

CRISPY BAKED TILAPIA



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Make and share this Crispy Baked Tilapia recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sugarnuts

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, minced
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 yellow pepper, julienned
1 zucchini, thin half moons
extra virgin olive oil
4 tilapia fillets
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup plain potato chips, crushed
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Toss first 5 ingredients in EVOO and spread on cookie sheet.
  • Put filets on top, season with salt and pepper.
  • Spray fish with Pam.
  • Cover fish w/crumbs, pressing into fish.
  • Bake 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 73.5, Sodium 494.7, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 35.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh tilapia fillets. Fresh tilapia fillets will have a firm texture and a mild flavor. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have a strong odor.
  • Pat the tilapia fillets dry before cooking. This will help the fillets to crisp up in the oven.
  • Season the tilapia fillets with your favorite seasonings. Some popular seasonings for tilapia include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Coat the tilapia fillets in a thin layer of olive oil. This will help the fillets to brown and crisp up in the oven.
  • Bake the tilapia fillets in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes, or until the fillets are cooked through. The fillets are cooked through when they are opaque and flake easily with a fork.
  • Serve the tilapia fillets immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular sides for tilapia include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Crunchy oven-baked tilapia is a delicious and healthy weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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