Cornmeal Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Lime Butte

Name: Cornmeal Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Lime Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground coriander; ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper; 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets; 4 teaspoons vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons butter, softened; ½ tablespoon grated lime rind; 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice; 4 (1 1/2 ounce) French rolls; 8 slices tomatoes (1/4-inch-thick); 1 cup shredded red leaf lettuce

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground coriander
⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper
4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons butter, softened
½ tablespoon grated lime rind
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
4 (1 1/2 ounce) French rolls
8 slices tomatoes (1/4-inch-thick)
1 cup shredded red leaf lettuce

1
Preheat broiler.
2
Combine the first 6 ingredients in a shallow dish.
3
Rub 1 tsp of oil on each fish fillet.
4
Dredge fish in cornmeal mixture.
5
Place fish on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray.
6
Broil 7-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork or until desired degree of doneness.
7
Combine butter, rind, and juice in a small bowl; stir well.
8
Cut rolls in half and toast lightly.
9
Spread butter mixture evenly over cut side of each roll.
10
Place 1 fillet, 2 tomato slices, and 1/4 cup lettuce on each of 4 roll bottoms.
11
Place top halves of rolls on sandwiches.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Lime Butter falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cornmeal Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Lime Butter

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