Tilapia is a mild, white fish that takes well to bold flavors. In this recipe, it's grilled and slathered in a spicy sauce made with chili powder, cumin, and paprika. The fish is served over creamy grits or rice and topped with a rich mushroom sauce. This dish is a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
The spicy grilled tilapia is the star of this dish. The fish is grilled until it's flaky and tender, then coated in a flavorful sauce. The sauce is made with a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic, and lime juice. It's spicy, but not too hot, and it perfectly complements the mild tilapia.
The creamy grits or rice is a great way to soak up the delicious sauce. The grits are cooked in milk and cream until they're creamy and smooth. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth until it's fluffy and tender. Both sides are the perfect accompaniment to the spicy tilapia.
The mushroom sauce is the perfect finishing touch to this dish. The mushrooms are sautéed in butter until they're golden brown and tender. Then, they're simmered in a sauce made with white wine, cream, and Parmesan cheese. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and it adds a touch of elegance to the dish.
This spicy grilled tilapia with creamy grits or rice and mushroom sauce is a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The fish is grilled until it's flaky and tender, then coated in a flavorful sauce. The grits or rice are cooked until they're creamy and smooth, and the mushroom sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
SPICY GRILLED TILAPIA W/ CREAMY GRITS OR RICE AND MUSHROOM SAUCE
An easy and tasty recipe from Food Network. In order to make it more low calorie, I replaced butter/oil w. cooking spray, and heavy cream with fat free milk with a 1/2 tsp of flour. Grits I replaced with brown rice. It looks great on the plate, tastes fantastic, and is very low calorie and healthy. Instead of a regular grill, I broiled the fish and vegetables in oven spraying them first with cooking spray so that they would not get dry (used same timings as given in the recipe for grilling).
Provided by Chef Kelli S.-H.
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Mushroom Scallion Sauce: Melt butter in a large saute pan. Saute mushrooms and scallions for about 3 minutes. Stir in wine and heavy cream. Season with garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir until sauce thickens slightly. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- Grits: Bring milk to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir constantly for about 3 to 5 minutes until grits thicken to desired consistency. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- Grilled Broccoli and Carrots: Heat grill to medium. Toss broccoli and carrots in olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill vegetables for about 6 minutes or until tender, turning them once halfway through. If room allows, grill tilapia at same time.
- Tilapia: Heat grill to medium. Rinse and dry fillets and then rub with jerk seasoning. Grill tilapia for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.
- Plate entree by spooning grits on center of plate. Lay tilapia on top of grits. Lay the carrot slices on top of fish in a criss-cross manner and place broccoli stalk on the side of fish. Top with mushroom scallion sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 741.7, Fat 40.8, SaturatedFat 19.8, Cholesterol 183.1, Sodium 529.4, Carbohydrate 47.6, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 5.9, Protein 48.6
GRILLED TILAPIA WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA
Steps:
- Combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl; stir well. Brush oil mixture evenly over tilapia fillets.
- Heat a large nonstick grill pan over medium-high heat; grease with cooking spray. Grill fish until it flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 367.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
SPICY GRILLED TILAPIA WITH CREAMY GRITS AND MUSHROOM SCALLION SAUCE
Steps:
- Mushroom Scallion Sauce: Melt butter in a large saute pan. Saute mushrooms and scallions for about 3 minutes. Stir in wine and heavy cream. Season with garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir until sauce thickens slightly. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- Grits: Bring milk to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir constantly for about 3 to 5 minutes until grits thicken to desired consistency. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- Grilled Broccoli and Carrots: Heat grill to medium. Toss broccoli and carrots in olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill vegetables for about 6 minutes or until tender, turning them once halfway through. If room allows, grill tilapia at same time.
- Tilapia: Heat grill to medium. Rinse and dry fillets and then rub with jerk seasoning. Grill tilapia for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.
- Plate entree by spooning grits on center of plate. Lay tilapia on top of grits. Lay the carrot slices on top of fish in a criss-cross manner and place broccoli stalk on the side of fish. Top with mushroom scallion sauce and serve immediately.
GRILLED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Heat the grill. Cut the fillet in 1/2 lengthwise. Lightly season the fish with the cumin, cayenne, paprika, and salt. Coat each piece in olive oil and grill, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. To plate, begin by covering a dinner plate with a layer of Cashew Yogurt Sauce. Place the pieces of grilled tilapia in the center, overlapping one another. Top the fish with the Tilapia Salad and place the tangerine segments around the plate.
- Using a sharp pairing knife, remove the skin of the tangerine. Slice the tangerine into rings and remove any seeds. Mix the watercress, tangerine zest, and beets with the cashews. Serve with the grilled tilapia and Cashew Yogurt Sauce.
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth. Taste for seasoning.
SPICY GRILLED TILAPIA WITH AIOLI
Make and share this Spicy Grilled Tilapia with aioli recipe from Food.com.
Provided by nnreq
Categories Tilapia
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray grill rack with a non-stick coating.
- Rinse tilapia with cold water; pat dry with paper towels.
- Combine spices and sprinkle on both sides of fillet Place on heated grill 4 to 5 inches from a hot fire.
- Cook 4-5 minutes per 1/2 inch measured at thickest point, turning once halfway through cooking time.
- Serve with Aioli.
- Aioli- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.2, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 136.4, Sodium 876.9, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 6.2, Protein 47.8
TILAPIA WITH CREAMY SAUCE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place the tilapia fillets on the sheet, and coat them lightly with cooking spray. Spoon the melted margarine over each fillet, then drizzle with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Season with lemon pepper and 2 tablespoons of dill.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- While the fish is baking, combine the cream cheese, 5 tablespoons of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of dill in a small bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute and 10 seconds, then stir to blend.
- Place fillets onto serving plates, and spoon sauce around them in a decorative fashion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 480.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
Tips
- Choose fresh tilapia fillets: Look for firm, moist fillets with no signs of discoloration or spoilage.
- Marinate the tilapia: Marinating the fish in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices helps to enhance its flavor and keep it moist during grilling.
- Preheat your grill: Make sure your grill is hot before adding the tilapia fillets. This will help to prevent them from sticking and ensure that they cook evenly.
- Cook the tilapia over medium heat: Cooking the fish over medium heat will help to prevent it from overcooking and becoming dry.
- Do not overcook the tilapia: Tilapia is a delicate fish, so it is important to avoid overcooking it. Overcooked tilapia will become dry and tough.
- Serve the tilapia immediately: Tilapia is best served immediately after cooking, while it is still hot and flaky.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this mouthwatering combination of grilled tilapia, creamy grits or rice, and the velvety mushroom sauce is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With its perfect balance of flavors and textures, this dish is a true culinary delight. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a tasty weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and let's embark on a flavor-filled journey with this spectacular grilled tilapia extravaganza!
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