Pecan-Crusted Tilapia Recipe

Name: Pecan-Crusted Tilapia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce; 3 tablespoons flour; 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets; 1 tablespoon oil, divided; lemon wedge

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
3 tablespoons flour
4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon oil, divided
lemon wedge

1
Combine breadcrumbs, pecans, salt, garlic, and pepper in a shallow dish.
2
Combine buttermilk and hot sauce (such as Tabasco) in a medium bowl.
3
Place flour in a third dish.
4
Dredge 1 fillet in flour, dip into buttermilk mixture, then into breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with remaining fillets.
5
Heat 1 1/2 tsp oil in a large skillet (non-stick works best) over medium-high heat.
6
Cook 2 fillets for 3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily.
7
Add remaining oil and cook additional 2 fillets.
8
Serve with lemon!

374

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Pecan-Crusted Tilapia 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.

Pecan-Crusted Tilapia

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