Pan-Seared Tilapia with Chiles and Lime Recipe

Name: Pan-Seared Tilapia with Chiles and Lime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 6-ounce tilapia fillets; 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced; 1 Fresno chile, seeded and finely diced; 2 limes, juiced and zested; Cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 6-ounce tilapia fillets
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1 Fresno chile, seeded and finely diced
2 limes, juiced and zested
Cilantro, for garnish

1
Stir together the chile powder, salt, garlic powder and cumin.
2
Set aside.
3
In a large saute pan, heat two tablespoons of the oil over moderately high heat.
4
Season both sides of the fish and saute for two minutes on each side.
5
Transfer the fish to a serving platter.
6
Reduce the heat to moderate and add the chiles.
7
Saute for one minute.
8
Stir in the lime juice, lime zest and remaining olive oil.
9
Remove from the heat and pour over the fish.
10
Garnish with cilantro and serve.

154

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 tablespoon ancho chile powder, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Pan-Seared Tilapia with Chiles and Lime 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.

Pan-Seared Tilapia with Chiles and Lime

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