Tilapia Carpaccio (Raw Marinated Fish Fillet)

Name: Tilapia Carpaccio (Raw Marinated Fish Fillet)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tilapia fillet; 1/2 lemon, juice of; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon aceto balsamico (white, see note); 3 slices fresh ginger; 1 garlic clove, sliced; 1 sprig fresh rosemary (about 2 inch long); 1/4 vanilla bean; salt and pepper; For serving; parmesan cheese, freshly grated; French bread, toasted

Servings: persons

1 tilapia fillet
1/2 lemon, juice of
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon aceto balsamico (white, see note)
3 slices fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 sprig fresh rosemary (about 2 inch long)
1/4 vanilla bean
salt and pepper
For serving
parmesan cheese, freshly grated
French bread, toasted

1
Pat dry the tilapia fillet and wrap it in cling film. Place it for about 30 minutes in the freezer.
2
Take it out of the freezer and cut it into very thin slices. The slices should be as thin as possible. Freezing will help here, because the fillet is firm after freezing. It is important, that the slices are very thin.
3
Place the tilapia slices on a plate in a single layer and drizzle the lemon juice over the fish. Set aside.
4
Heat olive oil over medium heat (don't let it get too hot). Cook ginger, garlic, vanilla bean and rosemary sprig for about 5 minutes. Garlic, ginger should not turn brown.
5
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6
Add aceto balsamico, salt and pepper to taste to make a lukewarm vinaigrette.
7
Arrange the tilapia fillets on a serving platter and drizzle with the vinaigrette.
8
Top it with Parmesan and serve with some roasted bread.

178

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tilapia fillet, 1/2 lemon, juice of, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon aceto balsamico (white, see note), and more.

Yes, Tilapia Carpaccio (Raw Marinated Fish Fillet) 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!