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Pan-seared tilapia fillets served in a vibrant orange-red roasted pepper cream sauce garnished with fresh parsley
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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 340kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 tilapia fillet s
  • 1 jar (12 oz) roasted red peppers, drained
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Pat tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the fillets for 3 to 4 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and saute the onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant, approximately 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the sauteed aromatics and the drained roasted red peppers to a blender or food processor. Process until smooth.
  • Return the blended pepper mixture to the skillet over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice, simmering for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened slightly.
  • Place the cooked tilapia fillets back into the sauce to warm through for 1 minute.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.