Best 5 Tilapia Asada Con Mayonesa Al Chimichurri Recipes

Tilapia asada con mayonesa al chimichurri is a flavorful and vibrant dish that combines the zesty flavors of Mexican asada with the tangy and herbaceous chimichurri sauce. The tilapia is marinated in a blend of spices, citrus, and herbs, then grilled to perfection, resulting in a tender and juicy fish with a crispy exterior. The creamy and tangy chimichurri mayonnaise adds an extra layer of flavor and richness to the dish, perfectly complementing the grilled tilapia. This recipe also includes instructions for making a refreshing cucumber salad and a flavorful grilled corn salad, both of which pair wonderfully with the tilapia asada.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED TILAPIA WITH CHIMICHURRI MAYO

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Try our Grilled Tilapia with Chimichurri Mayo! The mayo keeps the fish moist on the grill and makes a delicious garlicky chimichurri dipping sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/3 cup KRAFT Mayo with Olive Oil Reduced Fat Mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 cup fresh parsley
1/3 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic
2 Tbsp. fresh oregano
8 tilapia fillets (2 lb.)
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

Heat grill to medium heat.
Blend first 6 ingredients in blender until blended. Reserve half the mayo mixture; brush both sides of fish with remaining mayo mixture.
Grill 3 min. on each side or until fish flakes easily with fork.
Top with cheese. Serve with reserved mayo mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

PAN FRIED TILAPIA WITH BONEFISH GRILL'S CHIMICHURRI SAUCE

Pan Fried Tilapia with Bonefish Grill's Chimichurri Sauce image

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 Tilapia Fillets
Bbq seasoning
salt and fresh ground black pepper
2 tsp olive oil
Bonefish Grill Chimichurri Sauce
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. plus Kosher Salt
1 tsp. oregano, dry leaves
1 tsp. black pepper, ground
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
Finely grated lemon zest from 3 lemons
4 oz. fresh lemon juice
1 bunch flat leaf (Italian) parsley
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

Pan Fried TilapiaSprinkle each fish fillet on both sides with bbq seasoning, salt and fresh ground pepper.Add 2 tsp olive oil into preheated pan over medium high heat. Place tilapia into pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip fish over and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes or until fish looks cooked through (will be white and flaky in middle).Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of Chimichurri Sauce over each piece of fish. Serve with steamed veggies and enjoy!Chimichurri SauceCombine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse chop until all ingredients are approximately 1/8 inch in size. Add Italian parsley and pulse chop until parsley is 1/8 inch in size. Add the olive oil and blend in quickly. (Do not over blend)Allow the sauce to marinate for 30 minutes before serving.

EASY CHIMICHURRI

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I took elements of several chimichurri recipes I found to come up with this combination, which has become a favorite. Can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Provided by mariap430

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup tightly packed chopped parsley leaves
1 cup tightly packed chopped cilantro leaves
¼ cup red wine vinegar
½ onion, coarsely chopped
5 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Combine parsley, cilantro, red wine vinegar, onion, garlic, salt, oregano, hot pepper flakes, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor; pulse a few times. Pour olive oil in slowly, while pulsing a few more times, until chimichurri is chopped, but not mushy.
Refrigerate until flavors have blended, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 158 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GRILLED TILAPIA WITH CHIMICHURRI MAYO

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This delicious mayo sauce makes for an incredible tilapia dinner! This is from the Comida y Familia mini-cookbook from Kraft Foods, but I have added some directions in for things that I changed.

Provided by strangemk1

Categories South American

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/3 cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup diced onion
1 cup fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh oregano
2 garlic cloves
8 tilapia fillets (2 lbs) or 8 any other mild white fish (2 lbs)
2 tablespoons Kraft® Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

Put heavy-duty aluminum foil on grill and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Heat grill to medium heat.
Blend first 6 ingredients in blender until well blended. Reserve half the mayo mixture; brush both sides of fish with remaining mayo mixture.
Grill 3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with fork. (I found it took more like 6-10 minutes, but I moved the fish up one shelf, about 5 or 6 inches from the flame.).
Top with cheese. Serve with reserved mayo mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 4.7, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.5, Protein 0.4

WHOLE FISH - GRILLED TILAPIA WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE

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Whole Tilipia wrapped in foil, seasoned and grilled. Delicious and healthy. Impressive to serve a whole grilled fish. You could use red snapper, black bass or similar fish, this is just what was available to me.

Provided by Jb Tyler

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 2 Grilled Fish, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 whole tilipia fish (about 1 1/2 pounds)
aluminum foil
1 lemon, sliced
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning or 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons butter
1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley, chopped
2 cloves, garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin

Steps:

To prepare the fish for the grill, lightly grease the foil. Wash the fish and place each fish on a square of heavy duty aluminum foil. Season cavity and sides of fish with the Seafood seasoning of your choice, or Lemon Pepper seasoning. Dot with butter and put lemon slices in cavity. Seal aluminum foil around fish. Grill over a med-high heat for approximately 25 minutes - or until done. After 20 minutes or so check the fish to see if it is flaky and tender. Open up the foil packets to check each one.
For the sauce: In a small serving dish combine the parsley, garlic, salt, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Mix well. Serve this over the fish, or on the side.
For a whole fish 1 1/2 pounds to 2 pounds.
Charcoal Grill 10 to 12 minutes per side over direct heat.
Gas-Grill 12 to 14 minutes per side, direct heat.
Fish should flake easily when tested with a fork.
Garnish with parsley, and lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 5, Sodium 239, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.8

Tips:

To ensure your tilapia asada is cooked evenly, slice the fillets into uniform pieces before grilling.
For a smoky flavor, grill the tilapia fillets over a charcoal or wood fire. If using a gas grill, use a smoker box to add smoky flavor.
To prevent the tilapia from sticking to the grill, brush the grates with oil before cooking.
Baste the tilapia with the chimichurri sauce while grilling to keep it moist and flavorful.
Serve the tilapia asada with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Tilapia asada is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of grilled tilapia, chimichurri sauce, and fresh vegetables creates a flavorful and satisfying meal. Whether you are grilling for a party or just for your family, tilapia asada is sure to be a hit.