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Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia

Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia: Quick Weeknight Delight

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Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia is a quick, flavorful weeknight dish that transforms dinner into a delightful experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tilapia
  • 4 fillets Sea Cuisine Garlic & Herb Tilapia Main protein that gives a distinct flavor
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 14 ounces Full-fat Coconut Cream/Milk Provides rich creaminess; substitute with heavy cream for a non-dairy alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing
  • 4-6 cloves Garlic Minced; use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder for a milder taste
  • ½ cup Vegetable or Seafood Stock Enriches the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons White Cooking Wine Optional; enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Water For slurry
  • 1 cup Dairy-Free Parmesan Cheese Adds a cheesy note
  • 1 cup Organic Kale Chopped; substitutes with spinach or collards as desired
  • 1 whole Lemon Freshly squeezed
  • ½ lemon Lemon Slices For garnish
For the Side
  • 2 cups Basmati Rice Fragrant side that complements the dish

Equipment

  • medium skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the frozen tilapia for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. Lower the heat to medium, add more olive oil if needed, and sauté minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds.
  3. Reduce heat to low, stir in coconut cream, stock, and lemon juice. Optionally add white cooking wine and mix well until bubbling.
  4. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add it to the sauce while whisking until it thickens.
  5. Fold in chopped kale and lemon slices, letting them simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Gently place seared tilapia back into the skillet, submerging it in the sauce and simmering for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Plate the tilapia alongside basmati rice, drizzle sauce over fish, and garnish with lemon slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 33gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freeze tilapia without sauce for optimal texture.

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