TORTILLA-CRUSTED TILAPIA

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Provided by Lisa Fain

Categories     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Tilapia     Spring     Summer     Family Reunion     Party     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Fish:
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
4 6-ounce tilapia fillets
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup finely crushed tortilla chips
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 egg
Jalapeño tartar sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded, and finely diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
  • Sprinkle lime juice on both sides of fish, then season both sides with salt and pepper. Stir together tortilla chips and cayenne on a plate. Beat egg in a bowl. Dip each fillet in egg, then roll in chips. Place each coated fillet on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until fish flakes.
  • While fish is baking, make tartar sauce: Mix together mayonnaise, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice. Season to taste with salt. Serve with cooked fish.

Shekh Aahan
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This is one of my favorite tilapia recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Arbaz Rajpoot
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I love the flavor combination of the tortilla crust and the tilapia. It's a unique and delicious way to prepare fish.


Faizan Jaan
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ratin Dewan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the crispy tortilla crust and the tender fish.


Rohith Gunda
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This is a simple but delicious recipe. I love that it's healthy and easy to make.


Zain Saeed
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I'm not a huge fan of tilapia, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The tortilla crust made it much more flavorful and interesting.


Akumbosigo Lucas
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tortillas. I always have a few extra on hand, and it's nice to be able to turn them into a delicious meal.


Ruby Saliba
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I've tried this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My guests love the crispy tortilla crust and the tender fish.


Xriya XrihanFJ53
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This is one of my favorite tilapia recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


gazi alim
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I'm not a fan of fish, but I really liked this recipe. The tortilla crust made it crispy and flavorful, and the tilapia was cooked perfectly.


dedan punk
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat fish. My kids love the crispy tortilla crust and the mild flavor of the tilapia.


micheal najera is awesome
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I love the flavor combination of the tortilla crust and the tilapia. It's a unique and delicious way to prepare fish.


Luka Huffman
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nakita Swan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the crispy tortilla crust and the tender fish.


Michel Gankui
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This is a simple but delicious recipe. I love that it's healthy and easy to make.


Jomana Salim
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I'm not a huge fan of tilapia, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The tortilla crust made it much more flavorful and interesting.


Maeshelafuni
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tortillas. I always have a few extra on hand, and it's nice to be able to turn them into a delicious meal.


Sadikshya Bishokarma
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I love the crispy texture of the tortilla crust on this tilapia. It's a great way to add some extra flavor and crunch to an otherwise bland fish.


Robert Espinosa
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This tilapia recipe is a keeper! The tortilla crust adds a delightful crunch and flavor to the fish, and the overall dish is incredibly easy to make. I served it with a simple salad and roasted vegetables, and it was a hit with my family.