Pan Seared Tilapia With Almond Brown Butter #RSC

Name: Pan Seared Tilapia With Almond Brown Butter #RSC
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons almond oil; 4 tilapia fillets; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 8 tablespoons butter, chilled; 2 shallots, minced; ½ cup slivered almonds, plus extra for garnish; 1 teaspoon rosemary, minced; 1 orange, juice and zest of; 4 tablespoons Amaretto; Reynolds Wrap Foil, cut into 4 12X12-inch squares

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Place foil squares on a baking sheet and set aside.
3
Pour almond oil into a preheated saute pan over medium heat.
4
Season tilapia filets with salt and pepper.
5
place filets flesh side down into oil and cook 1-2 minutes.
6
Remove filets from pan and place cooked side up in the center of each foil square.
7
Wipe pan dry with a paper towel and return to medium heat.
8
Add cold butter to pan and melt butter until slightly toasted with a nutty aroma, and the foam subsides.
9
Add shallots, almonds, and rosemary, saute 2-3 minutes.
10
Add orange juice and zest, season with salt and pepper to taste.
11
Fold up sides of foil to form a pouch.
12
Spoon butter sauce over each filet, along with 1 tablespoon of amaretto per each.
13
Seal tops and sides of foil, place baking sheet in preheated oven and bake 4-5 minutes.
14
Carefully remove from oven, cut foil open and transfer to a plate along with juices.
15
Serve with jasmine rice and your favorite veggies.
16
Enjoy!

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 3 tablespoons almond oil, 4 tilapia fillets, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Pan Seared Tilapia With Almond Brown Butter #RSC 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!