Spicy Lemon Tilapia With Chunky Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Spicy Lemon Tilapia With Chunky Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spicy Lemon Tilapia; 4 tilapia fillets; salt to taste; pepper to taste; 2 dashes Frank's or Tabasco Hot Sauce or to taste; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Chunky Tomato Sauce; 2 cups chopped roma tomatoes, with juices; 1 cup chopped onion; 3 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 5 oz can tomato paste; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon basil; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 teaspoons brown sugar (optional); 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

Spicy Lemon Tilapia
4 tilapia fillets
salt to taste
pepper to taste
2 dashes Frank's or Tabasco Hot Sauce or to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Chunky Tomato Sauce
2 cups chopped roma tomatoes, with juices
1 cup chopped onion
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 5 oz can tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons brown sugar (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
Sprinkle salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, lemon juice and hot sauce over fillets. Rub into flesh very well.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy bottom skillet over high heat until just beginning to smoke.
3
Fry fish until golden, about 5 mins per side, each in 1 tablespoon oil. Transfer to plate.
4
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, sautee until just soft, about 6 minutes. Add garlic, sautee for two more minutes.
5
Add salt, pepper, basil and oregano. Sautee for one minute, just to bring out flavor.
6
Add tomatoes with juices, tomato paste, lemon juice, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine. Bring to a boil.
7
As soon as large bubbles begin to form, reduce heat to low. Simmer for at least 30 mins, or longer if desired, stirring occasionally.
8
Ladle sauce onto tilapia fillets. Serve with a simple cauliflower puree and roasted asparagus.

142

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Spicy Lemon Tilapia, 4 tilapia fillets, salt to taste, pepper to taste, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lemon Tilapia With Chunky Tomato Sauce 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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Spicy Lemon Tilapia With Chunky Tomato Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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