Tilapia, a mild-flavored and versatile fish, pairs beautifully with a creamy sauce infused with the flavors of succulent shrimp, delicate crab, and a hint of white wine. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. With a few simple steps, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen.
The creamy shrimp crab white wine sauce is the star of the show, enveloping the tilapia in a luscious and flavorful embrace. The sauce is crafted with a medley of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and shallots, deglazed with white wine and enriched with heavy cream. The addition of shrimp and crab adds a briny and sweet dimension, elevating the sauce to a new level of deliciousness.
The tilapia, seared to perfection, provides a firm and flaky canvas for the creamy sauce. The delicate flavor of the fish allows the sauce to shine through, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.
This recipe includes variations to suit your preferences. For a richer and more decadent sauce, use a combination of heavy cream and butter. If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute half of the heavy cream with milk. You can also add a touch of Dijon mustard or lemon juice to the sauce for a tangy twist.
For those who love the combination of seafood, try the shrimp and crab stuffed tilapia. This variation takes the dish to a whole new level, with a savory stuffing made from a mixture of shrimp, crab, bread crumbs, herbs, and spices. The stuffed tilapia is then baked to perfection, resulting in a moist and flavorful dish that is sure to impress.
Whether you choose the classic tilapia with creamy shrimp crab white wine sauce or the shrimp and crab stuffed tilapia, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Its elegant presentation and delicious taste make it perfect for special occasions, yet simple enough for everyday enjoyment.
TILAPIA WITH A CREAMY SHRIMP & CRAB WHITE WINE SAUCE
This is a really elegant dish, but really simple. An easy 1 pot sauce, simply pan seared tilapia and served over rice pilaf and a fresh vegetable for a side and you have a very quick easy dinner. I have served this many times for dinner parties and everyone loves it.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 4 Fish Servings, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Optional Rice -- If you decide to serve this dish over the rice you should start the rice first as the fish and sauce don't take much time to make. Just follow package directions for whatever type of rice you are using. When the rice is finished cooking, toss in the lemon zest, fresh scallions and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauce -- In a small sauce pan, add the flour and just a little white wine and whisk well to combine the two. Then add the remaining white wine and bring to medium heat. Then add in the salt, pepper and cream and bring to a medium boil, cook just a minute and then reduce to medium low and let it simmer. The cream will naturally thicken as it simmers on low heat. You will add the shrimp and crab later. You want the sauce to simmer at least 5-7 minutes. This is just enough time to cook the fish.
- Fish -- Make sure your fish is NOT icy cold; it doesn't have to be room temperature, but just not right out of the refrigerator. Season each side of the fish well with salt and pepper. In a medium saute pan, I prefer non stick for this, add the butter and oil and bring to medium high heat. Saute the fish on each side until golden brown. Try not to move the fish once you put it in the pan until the first side is golden brown. Cooking time will vary depending on the type of fish and thickness. Tilapia takes just 2-3 minutes on the first side and even quicker on the second side.
- Sauce -- When you start the fish is a good time to add the shrimp and crab to your sauce. Bring the sauce back up to medium heat and add the shrimp. Cook just 1-2 minutes and then stir in the crab. Don't stir too much, you don't want to break up the crab. Add the lemon juice, zest, parsley and dill and then turn off the heat -- the sauce is done.
- Serve -- For each plate, add 3/4-1 cup of the rice, top with one of the fish fillets and top with the sauce. Garnish with a fresh lemon slice. ENJOY!
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
PAN SEARED TILAPIA IN WHITE WINE LEMON SAUCE RECIPE - (4.1/5)
Provided by á-30688
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the tilapia fillet in half so you have two smaller pieces. Make sure to really pat the fish down with the paper towel so that you get a really good sear. It should be relatively dry to the touch (or as dry as possible for a fish to be.) Dredge the two pieces lightly in the flour and shake off the rest. It should just be a thin white dusting of flour. Now season each side with seasoning salt and put to the side. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and place the fish in. Season the fish with the sea salt and sear on both sides until the fish develops a nice brown color and is white in the center. Now splash in the white wine and the butter and stir around. The sauce will thicken very quickly due to the fish being dusted in the flour. Remove the fish from the pan, pour sauce over fish, and squeeze with some lemon for a burst of freshness. I served my fish with a salad made of arugula, red onion sliced thinly, and some toasted almonds. I whipped up a quick vinaigrette (balsamic vinegar, olive oil, chopped garlic, salt and pepper). This recipe is super healthy and extra delicious.
GRILLED TILAPIA WITH LEMON BUTTER, CAPERS AND ORZO
Steps:
- Combine the lemon zest, juice, wine and shallot in a small saucepan over high heat and cook until reduced by half. Remove from the heat and let cool. Whisk together the cream, butter and wine mixture in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. The lemon butter can be made 1 day in advance and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.
- Heat the grill to high.
- Brush the fish on both sides with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the fish for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until lightly golden brown and slightly charred. Toss the orzo with a few tablespoons of the lemon butter and 2 tablespoons of the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the orzo to a platter. Remove from the grill and immediately place the fillets on the orzo and top each fillet with some of the lemon butter and capers. Garnish with the remaining parsley.
STEAMED TILAPIA IN WINE SAUCE
I developed this recipe while working at a local winery. Fast and easy to prepare, it became an instant classic at my house. I use a lively dry pear wine in the sauce and recommend avoiding those that are sweet or semi-sweet. -Tenneille Brewer, Fayette, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle fillets with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place each fillet on 1 side of a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 18x12-in. rectangle). Top with peas, chives and butter. Drizzle with wine; sprinkle with the remaining salt and pepper. Fold foil around fish and peas, sealing tightly., Grill, covered, over medium heat 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. Spoon juices over fish and peas. If desired, top with additional minced chives. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 717mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRAB-TOPPED TILAPIA
"I took the crab filling from a stuffed mushroom recipe that's been in my family for many years, and served it on tilapia fillets for a wonderful company or special occasion meal," Laura Merkle of Dover, Delaware explains.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Sprinkle tilapia with pepper and salt. Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside. , In a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the celery, onion and garlic in 2 teaspoons butter until tender. Stir in flour and thyme until blended. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the lemon juice, marinade for chicken and hot pepper sauce. , Remove from the heat; stir in mayonnaise until blended. Stir in crab and 3 tablespoons bread crumbs. Spoon onto fillets. Toss remaining bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over crab mixture., Cover and bake at 350° for 18 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose high-quality seafood: Use fresh or frozen tilapia fillets, shrimp, and crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the tilapia: Tilapia is a delicate fish that can easily become dry and overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Use a good quality white wine: The white wine in the sauce adds a delicious flavor to the dish. Choose a dry white wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices: The recipe included in this article is just a starting point. Feel free to add your own favorite herbs and spices to taste.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The sauce will thicken as it cools, so if you need to make it ahead of time, be sure to reheat it gently before serving.
Conclusion:
This tilapia with a creamy shrimp, crab, and white wine sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. It is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The tilapia is cooked to perfection and the sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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