Pan Fried Tilapia From Sandra Lee Recipe

Name: Pan Fried Tilapia From Sandra Lee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons seafood seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 4 -5 tilapia fillets (fresh or frozen thawed); 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons freshly chopped fresh parsley leaves

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 300 degrees F.
2
In a shallow baking dish combine flour, seafood seasoning, salt and pepper. Add the tilapia and lightly coat each side.
3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Shake off any excess seasoned flour and place in the skillet. Brown on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Place tilapia on a baking sheet that is lined with a paper grocery bag or paper towels and keep warm in the oven while you prepare the sauce.
4
Turn down the heat to the pan the tilapia was cooked to low and add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the garlic, lemon juice and parsley and saute for 2 minutes. Place the fillets on serving plates or a platter, top with the sauce and serve.

151

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Pan Fried Tilapia From Sandra Lee 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.

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Pan Fried Tilapia From Sandra Lee

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