Best 6 Tilapia Piccata Recipes

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Tilapia piccata is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines the delicate taste of tilapia with a tangy lemon-butter sauce. This classic Italian dish is typically made with chicken or veal, but tilapia is a great alternative for those who prefer a lighter and flakier fish. The tilapia is first dredged in flour and then pan-fried until golden brown. It is then topped with a sauce made with butter, lemon juice, capers, and parsley. Tilapia piccata can be served over rice, pasta, or vegetables.

This article provides two different recipes for tilapia piccata. The first recipe is for a traditional tilapia piccata, while the second recipe is for a healthier version that uses olive oil instead of butter. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes. So, whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve to guests, tilapia piccata is a great option.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED TILAPIA PICCATA



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We aren't big fish eaters, but a friend made this for us, and we couldn't believe how wonderful it was! Now we eat it regularly. I love making it for guests because it's simple, looks lovely and tastes restaurant-worthy. -Beth Cooper, Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons capers, drained
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided
4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk lemon zest, lemon juice, oil and garlic until blended; stir in capers and 2 tablespoons basil. Reserve 2 tablespoons mixture for drizzling cooked fish. Brush remaining mixture onto both sides of tilapia; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Grill tilapia on a lightly oiled rack, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 3-4 minutes on each side. Drizzle with reserved lemon mixture; sprinkle with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TILAPIA PICCATA



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Low cholesterol and alcohol free, this healthy fish version of chicken piccata pleases even my 5-year-old son. Serve with green beans or broccoli and whole wheat couscous, rice, or pasta.

Provided by Savannah Leigh H

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup margarine, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons capers, drained and smashed
½ cup fish stock
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Season tilapia fillets on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Mix 3 tablespoons flour and garlic powder together in a shallow bowl. Dredge tilapia fillets in flour mixture; shake off excess.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fillets in the hot margarine for 2 minutes. Flip; cook until crust is crisp and flesh just starts to flake when pressed with a fork, about 1 minute more. Transfer fillets to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon margarine in the same skillet over medium heat. Scrape the browned bits of fish off the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon flour until thickened. Add lemon juice and capers.
  • Pour fish stock into the skillet; cook, stirring frequently, until reduced by half, 5 to 10 minutes. Return fillets to the skillet and spoon reduced stock on top. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 442.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

GRILLED TILAPIA PICCATA FOR TWO



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We aren't big fish eaters, but a friend made this for us, and we couldn't believe how wonderful it was! Now we eat it regularly. It's simple, looks lovely and tastes restaurant-worthy. -Beth Cooper, Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil, divided
1 teaspoon capers, drained
2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk lemon zest, lemon juice, oil and garlic until blended; stir in 3 teaspoons basil and capers. Reserve 1 tablespoon mixture for drizzling over cooked fish. Brush remaining mixture onto both sides of tilapia; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill tilapia, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Drizzle with reserved lemon mixture; sprinkle with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN OR TILAPIA PICCATA



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Make and share this Chicken or Tilapia Piccata recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TheBostonBean

Categories     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 -4 tilapia fillets or 2 -4 favorite fish fillets
1/2 cup white wine or 1/2 cup dry sherry
2 lemons, juice of
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons whole capers
1 teaspoon minced capers
flour (for dredging)
3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
salt

Steps:

  • Dust fillets with salt and pepper and dredge in flour.
  • Heat olive oil in pan over med heat. Brown chicken/fish in oil. about 2 minutes per side, or until cooked through and browned. Remove from pan.
  • Deglaze with wine and add butter and capers. Cook for 2 minutes until alcohol has cooked off. Add lemon juice add salt to taste.
  • Add chicken/fish back into pan. Add parsley.
  • Serve on a platter with sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.4, Fat 33.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 393.9, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 31.2

TILAPIA PICCATA (TILAPICCATA)



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Categories     Fish     Bake     Low Carb     Low Fat     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Healthy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large or 8 small tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium lemon, juice and zest
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 large white onion, thinly sliced
8 large white mushrooms, thinly sliced
Optional:
6 oz jar marinated artichokes, drained and sliced and/or
6 oz can sliced black olives, drained

Steps:

  • For the fillets: Preheat oven to 375. Rinse and pat dry talapia fillets. Spray a non-reactive baking dish with oil and arrange fillets in single layer. Pour 1/2 of the lemon juice over the fish. Salt and pepper to taste. Bake for 35-45 minutes until white and flakey. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of chopped parsley (or less) lightly and evenly over fillets for last 5-10 minutes of baking. For the onion mix,while fish is baking: In a medium saute pan, heat olive oil. Saute onions, garlic, remaining lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste. Add mushrooms as onions just begin to turn translucent. If using artichoke hearts and/or black olives, add to pan as onions begin to turn golden. Add capers and remaining parsley to pan when all other ingredients are done, to warm and blend flavors, 5 minutes or less. Plate fillet(s) and serve onion mixture as side. Couscous, rice, quinoa,pasta or wheatberries make a nice accompaniment with onion mix on top.

TILAPIA PICCATA



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Categories     Fish

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked orzo (about 1 1/2 cups)
3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup white wine
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon drained capers

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain; stir in tomatoes, 1/4 teaspoon salt, parsley, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Set aside and keep warm. Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and flour in a large shallow dish. Dredge fish in flour mixture. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish to pan; cook 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness. Remove fish from pan; keep warm. Add wine, juice, and capers to pan; cook 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to pan; stir until butter melts. Serve fish with sauce and pasta.

Tips for Making Tilapia Piccata

  • Use fresh tilapia fillets for the best flavor and texture.
  • Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper before cooking to enhance their flavor.
  • Dredge the tilapia fillets in flour before pan-frying to create a crispy crust.
  • Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the tilapia fillets from sticking.
  • Cook the tilapia fillets over medium heat until they are cooked through, but not overcooked.
  • Make sure the sauce is simmering before adding the tilapia fillets to prevent it from curdling.
  • Add the tilapia fillets to the sauce and cook until they are heated through.
  • Serve the tilapia piccata immediately over rice or pasta.

Conclusion

Tilapia piccata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tilapia fillets are pan-fried until crispy and then simmered in a flavorful sauce made with lemon, butter, and capers. The dish is served over rice or pasta and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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