Best 4 Leslies Golden Tilapia Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with Leslie's Golden Tilapia, a delightful dish that tantalizes taste buds with its crispy golden crust and succulent, flaky flesh. This versatile fish is perfectly paired with a zesty lemon-butter sauce, adding a burst of citrusy flavor that complements the mild sweetness of the tilapia. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress with its ease of preparation and incredible taste.

In addition to the classic golden tilapia, the article offers a tantalizing array of tilapia recipes that cater to diverse preferences and culinary skills. From the aromatic and flavorful Baked Tilapia with Lemon Herb Butter to the crispy and addictive Air Fryer Tilapia Nuggets, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Discover the vibrant flavors of Pan-Seared Tilapia with Mango Salsa, or savor the delightful simplicity of Grilled Tilapia with Garlic Butter. For a healthy and refreshing option, try the Steamed Tilapia with Ginger and Scallions, where the delicate flavors of the fish shine through.

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

BAKED TILAPIA WITH TOMATOES AND POTATOES

Baked Tilapia With Tomatoes and Potatoes image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/4 pounds new potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Cooking spray
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
2 tablespoons capers, drained
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar
4 6-ounce tilapia fillets

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray; add the potatoes and spread in an even layer. Roast until browned and crisp, tossing halfway through, about 35 minutes.
Meanwhile, toss the tomatoes, olives, capers and garlic with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1 teaspoon thyme in a bowl. Coat another baking sheet with cooking spray; add the tomato mixture and spread in an even layer. Roast until softened, 15 minutes.
Mix the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon thyme, 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl; brush on the fish. Place the fish on top of the roasted tomato mixture and return to the oven until just cooked through, about 10 minutes. Divide among plates and serve with the potatoes.

GOLDEN TILAPIA

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Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 31m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/3 teaspoon peppercorns
1 clove
2 teaspoons sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white rum
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound whole tilapia, filleted
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive or peanut oil
1 1/2 cups julienned mixed vegetables, such as carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers

Steps:

In a dry skillet, toast the peppercorn and clove over medium heat until puffs of smoke begin to appear, about 1 minute. Transfer to a mortar and crush roughly.
In a small saucepan, simmer sugar, soy sauce, rum, lemon zest, and lemon juice over medium heat. Add the peppercorn/clove mixture, ginger, and garlic powder, and reduce by half.
Remove from heat, strain and let cool.
Place the fish fillets in the cooled marinade and let sit for 20 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Heat a skillet on medium high heat. Remove the fish from the marinade. Season the fillet with salt and pepper. Place the marinade in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, and remove from the heat. Add the oil to the skillet, and saute the fillets for 2 minutes on each side. Divide the julienned vegetables into two piles on a baking pan. Place fillets on the vegetable beds and finish in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until done.
Brush marinade on finished fish. Serve with vegetables as soon as possible.

LESLIE'S GOLDEN TILAPIA

LESLIE'S GOLDEN TILAPIA image

Categories Fish

Yield 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/3 teaspoons peppercorns
2 teaspoons sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white rum
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound whole tilapia, filleted
Salt and fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups julienned tri-color bell peppers

Steps:

In a dry skillet, toast peppercorn over medium heat until puffs of smoke begin to appear - about 1 minute. Transfer to a mortar and crush roughly. In a small saucepan, simmer sugar, soy sauce, run, lemon zest and lemon juice over medium heat. Add the peppercorns, ginger and garlic and REDUCE of half. Remove from heat, strain and let cool. Place the fish filets in the cooled marinade and let sit for 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Remove the fish from the marinade. Season the filet with salt and pepper. Place the remaining marinade in a small sauce pan and bring to a boil. Heat a skillet on medium high heat. Add the oil to the skillet and saute the fillets for 2 minutes on each side. Divide the julienned vegetables into 2 plies on a baking pan or glass dish. Place filets on the vegetable beds. Bake fish in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until done. Brush marinated on finished fish. Serve with vegetables as soon as possible.

GOLDEN TILAPIA

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This tasty recipe for tilapia is quite easy to make. I got it off of FoodNetwork.com. and just slightly modified it. The recipe calls for the fish to marinade for 20 minutes, but I bet it would be even better if marinated for longer. Enjoy!

Provided by Cousin Christie

Categories Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 teaspoon ground cloves
4 tablespoons brown sugar
6 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons garlic powder
4 tilapia fillets
salt and pepper

Steps:

Simmer in a saucepan over medium heat the sugar, soy sauce, water, lemon zest and lemon juice.
Add the ginger, garlic, and pepper and cook until the sauce is reduced by half.
Allow the sauce to cool and then marinade the fillets in 1/2 of the sauce for 20 minutes in the refrigerator. Reserve the remaining sauce.
Remove fillets from the marinade. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Heat skillet to medium high. Add oil to skillet and saute the fillets for about two minutes on each side until golden brown.
Reheat the reserved sauce.
Place fillets on baking dish or cookie sheet and finish in oven for 5-7 minutes or until done.
Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.5, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 1579.9, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 14.1, Protein 28.4

Tips:

Before cooking, pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. This helps to remove excess moisture and ensure that the skin crisps up nicely.
If you don't have any lemon pepper seasoning, you can make your own by combining 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of freshly ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
To make sure that the tilapia fillets are cooked through, insert a fork into the thickest part of the fish. If the flesh is opaque and flakes easily, the fish is cooked.
Serve the tilapia fillets with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Leslie's Golden Tilapia recipe is a simple and delicious way to prepare this versatile fish. The lemon pepper seasoning gives the tilapia a bright and zesty flavor, while the golden brown crust adds a touch of crispiness. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, and it's also a great way to introduce tilapia to those who may be new to this fish.