Best 2 Orange Chile Tilapia Recipes

**Tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Orange Chile Tilapia, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a culinary paradise.**

This exceptional dish showcases the delicate tilapia fillets, expertly seasoned and seared to perfection, enveloped in a tantalizing orange-chile sauce that strikes a perfect balance between zesty and savory. Accompanying this main attraction are three equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Mango Salsa, a creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing, and a vibrant Citrus Vinaigrette. Together, these components create a harmonious ensemble that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BEER BATTERED TILAPIA WITH RED CHILE MANDARIN ORANGE SAUCE

Beer Battered Tilapia with Red Chile Mandarin Orange Sauce image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Olive oil
3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided
2/3 cup beer
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
4 tilapia or flounder fillets, about 5 ounces each
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons red chili paste
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

Heat enough olive oil, to shallow fry the fish, in a large skillet over medium-high heat
In a shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup of the flour, beer, egg, and baking powder. Place remaining 1/4 cup flour in a separate shallow dish.
Season both sides of fish fillets with salt and black pepper. Dredge fish in flour, turn to coat both sides and then shake off excess flour. Dunk fish in beer mixture and turn to coat both sides.
Add fish to hot oil and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, until cooked through and opaque. Remove fish from oil. Place on a paper towel lined plate.
While the fish is frying, in a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice and chili paste. Add mandarin oranges and cilantro and toss to combine. Serve sauce over fish.

ORANGE-CHILE TILAPIA

Orange-Chile Tilapia image

Tilapia fillets are rubbed with a hot spice mix, sprinkled with orange zest, and baked. I serve these with chili garlic sauce as a dip.

Provided by RobynnE

Categories Seafood Fish Tilapia

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Place the tilapia fillets in a glass baking dish and rub on all sides with the olive oil. Stir together chili powder, cayenne pepper, and cumin in a small bowl. Sprinkle the tilapia on both sides with the spice mixture, then sprinkle orange zest over top.
Bake in preheated oven until the tilapia is no longer translucent and flakes easily with a fork, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 82.2 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 48.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 186.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

For the freshest flavor, use ripe oranges and limes.
If you don't have sambal oelek, you can substitute another type of hot sauce, such as sriracha or cayenne pepper.
Be careful not to overcook the tilapia, as it can become dry and tough.
Serve the tilapia immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, steamed vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

This orange chile tilapia recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal. The bright citrus flavors of the oranges and limes pair perfectly with the spicy heat of the sambal oelek, and the tilapia is cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.