Best 4 Sweet And Spicy Citrus Tilapia Recipes

Tantalize your taste buds with our delightful Sweet and Spicy Citrus Tilapia, a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends sweet, savory, and zesty flavors. This delectable dish features tender tilapia fillets enveloped in a vibrant marinade of citrus juices, honey, and a touch of heat from chili powder. Accompanying the tilapia are three equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Citrus Cucumber Salad with a tangy dressing, a flavorful Mango Salsa bursting with tropical sweetness, and a creamy Avocado Crema that adds a touch of richness and cooling contrast. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SPICY CITRUS TILAPIA RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Sweet and Spicy Citrus Tilapia Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by jadedrosie

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
Cooking spray
1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

Arrange fish in a single layer in a shallow roasting pan coated with cooking spray. Combine orange juice and next 9 ingredients (through garlic); pour over fish. Let stand 15 minutes. Preheat broiler. Sprinkle fish with paprika; broil 15 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Drizzle sauce over fish.

SWEET AND SPICY CITRUS TILAPIA

SWEET AND SPICY CITRUS TILAPIA image

Categories Fish

Yield 4 serving

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 (6 ounce)talapia fillets
Cooking Spray
1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoons black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 garlic cloves,crushed
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

1. Arrange fish in a single layer in a shallow roasting pan coated with cooking spray. Combine orange juice and next 9 ingredients (through garlic); pour over fish. Let stand 15 minutes. 2. Preheat broiler. 3. Sprinkle fish with paprika; broil 15 minutes or until desird degree of doneness. Drizzle sauce over fish.

CITRUS TILAPIA

Citrus Tilapia image

Provided by Jeanne Besser

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice or high-quality store-bought orange juice
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Steps:

1. On a plate, combine the flour and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Lightly dredge the tilapia in the flour.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil and butter. When the butter has melted, add the fish and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden and just cooked through. Remove the fish and set aside.
3. Add the orange juice, 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, and the ginger to the skillet. Increase the heat and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Taste and add lemon zest or more lemon juice if necessary. Return the fish to the skillet, coat with sauce, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through.

TILAPIA WITH CITRUS SAUCE

Tilapia with Citrus Sauce image

The lemon, lime and orange sauce adds zest to this flaky, delicate-flavored fish. -Francis Garland, Anniston, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
Olive oil-flavored cooking spray
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 small lemon, sliced
1/2 medium lime, sliced
1/2 small navel orange, sliced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 green onions, finely chopped

Steps:

Place milk in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Dip fish in milk, then coat with flour mixture., Spray fillets with cooking spray. In a large nonstick skillet, cook fish over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove and keep warm., In the same pan, saute garlic in butter and oil for 1 minute. Add the lemon, lime and orange slices, juices and onions; cook 1 minute longer. Serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

For a crispier tilapia, pat the fillets dry with paper towels before cooking.
If you don't have a grill pan, you can cook the tilapia in a regular skillet over medium heat. Just be sure to reduce the cooking time to 3-4 minutes per side.
The citrus marinade is not only flavorful, but it also helps to keep the tilapia moist and juicy.
If you don't have any fresh citrus fruits on hand, you can use bottled lemon or lime juice instead.
Serve the tilapia with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

This sweet and spicy citrus tilapia recipe is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this versatile fish. The citrus marinade infuses the tilapia with a bright and tangy flavor, while the chili powder and paprika add a touch of heat. The tilapia cooks quickly and easily in a grill pan or skillet, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. Serve the tilapia with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad, for a complete and satisfying meal.