BAKED TILAPIA - COSTA RICAN-STYLE

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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

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.

Positive Girl
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. It's a simple recipe to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Kainatt bibi
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This was a great recipe! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.


Nirmala Malla
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I tried this recipe because my wife loves it. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful without being too overpowering.


Sindisiwe Shezi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the fish was cooked perfectly. The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely make it again with less cayenne pepper.


Oyin Isking
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. It's a simple recipe to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Mavia 40
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This was a great recipe! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.


Gaming with Shuvo
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I tried this recipe because my wife loves it. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful without being too overpowering.


revealed lol
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This recipe was easy to follow and the fish was cooked perfectly. The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely make it again with less cayenne pepper.


Lar Aib Bal Och
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. It's a simple recipe to follow, and the results are always delicious.


riazsiddique Malik Khokhar
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This was a great recipe! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.


riad khan
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I tried this recipe because my wife loves it. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful without being too overpowering.


Ismail Nazier
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This recipe was easy to follow and the fish was cooked perfectly. The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely make it again with less cayenne pepper.


Abu Mane
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. It's a simple recipe to follow, and the results are always delicious.


dimond dimond
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This was a great recipe! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Dillon Whittier
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I tried this recipe because my wife loves it. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful without being too overpowering.


Za'Niya Izquierdo
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This recipe was easy to follow and the fish was cooked perfectly. The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely make it again with less cayenne pepper.


Sandra Ngima
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. It's a simple recipe to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Ashan Jatt
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I made this recipe for my family last night, and they loved it! The fish was moist and flaky, and the sauce was flavorful without being too spicy.


Only Study
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This was a great recipe! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.