Grilled Tilapia With Lemon Butter, Capers And Orzo

Name: Grilled Tilapia With Lemon Butter, Capers And Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon, juiced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; splash heavy cream; 1 shallot, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup butter, unsalted, cut into cubes, at room temperature; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 4 (8 ounce) tilapia fillets; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup orzo pasta, cooked, al dente; 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup drained capers

Servings: persons

1 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup dry white wine
splash heavy cream
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1/2 cup butter, unsalted, cut into cubes, at room temperature
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 (8 ounce) tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup orzo pasta, cooked, al dente
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
1/4 cup drained capers

1
Combine the lemon juice, white wine, and shallot in a small saucepan over high heat and cook until reduced in half.
2
Remove from the heat and lef cool.
3
Whisk together the cream, butter and wine mixture in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4
The lemon butter can be made 1 day in advance and refrigerate.
5
Bring to room temperature before serving.
6
Heat grill to high.
7
Brush the fish on both sides with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
8
Grill the fish for 3-4 minutes per side or until lightly golden brown and slightly charred.
9
Toss the cooked orzo with a few tablespoons of the lemon butter and 2 tablespoons of the parsley and season salt and pepper.
10
Place orzo on a serving platter.
11
Remove the fish from the grill and place on the orzo.
12
Top each filet with some of the lemon and capers.
13
Garnish with the remaining parsley.

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, juiced, 1/2 cup dry white wine, splash heavy cream, 1 shallot, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tilapia With Lemon Butter, Capers And Orzo 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!