Tilapia Masala With Rice Recipe

Name: Tilapia Masala With Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed; Kosher salt; 1/2 cup frozen peas; 3/4 cup plain yogurt; 1 small clove garlic, chopped; 1 1 -inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4 6 -ounce tilapia fillets; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or mint

Servings: persons

1 cup basmati rice, rinsed
Kosher salt
1/2 cup frozen peas
3/4 cup plain yogurt
1 small clove garlic, chopped
1 1 -inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 6 -ounce tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or mint

1
Bring the rice, 1 1/3 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a simmer in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook 15 minutes.
3
Remove from the heat and add the peas; cover and set aside.
4
Puree 1/2 cup yogurt, the garlic, ginger, lime juice, cumin, cayenne and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor.
5
Transfer all but 3 tablespoons of the mixture to a large bowl.
6
Pierce the fish a few times with a fork and season with salt; add to the bowl and toss.
7
Marinate 15 minutes.
8
Preheat the broiler.
9
Place the fish on a broiler pan; top with the marinade and butter.
10
Broil until opaque, 6 to 8 minutes.
11
Mix the remaining 1/4 cup yogurt, the cilantro, and salt to taste with the yogurt mixture.
12
Serve the fish and rice with the yogurt sauce and lime wedges.
13
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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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.

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 cup basmati rice, rinsed, Kosher salt, 1/2 cup frozen peas, 3/4 cup plain yogurt, and more.

Yes, Tilapia Masala With Rice 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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Tilapia Masala With Rice

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