7 Ways With Tilapia

Versatile Tilapia

The firm texture and mild flavor of tilapia make it ideal for a variety of cooking methods. Pan-fried, broiled, baked, or braised, tilapia readily absorbs the robust flavor of spicy marinades, creamy sauces, and subtle seasonings. Plus, a 6-ounce fillet only has about 125 calories and about 1 gram of fat.

Broiled Tilapia with Thai Coconut-Curry Sauce

A dynamic sauce of fresh ginger, coconut milk, and a dash of curry bring this fillet to life.

Recipe: Broiled Tilapia with Thai Coconut-Curry Sauce

Tilapia Tacos with Peach Relish

Try shredding baked tilapia fillets and garnishing with fresh peach for a new twist on fish tacos. Add a dash of lime and a little seasoning for a Mexican-inspired meal.

Recipe: Tilapia Tacos with Peach Relish

Spicy Seafood Stew

Because tilapia absorbs flavor so well, it's a perfect addition to this seafood stew. The flavors of ground cumin, chili powder, and hot green chilies meld seamlessly with the tilapia, red potatoes, and shrimp. Serve over quinoa or rice.

Recipe: Spicy Seafood Stew

Cornmeal-Crusted Tilapia Salad

Tilapia, a firm white fish, is ideal for pan-frying because it holds its shape while cooking. Serve this fillet over a bed of fresh salad greens.

Recipe: Cornmeal-Crusted Tilapia Salad

Sautéed Tilapia with Lemon-Peppercorn Pan Sauce

One skillet is all it takes to prepare this superfast meal. Chicken broth, lemon juice, and crushed peppercorns create a piquant sauce. Serve with rice.

Recipe: Sautéed Tilapia with Lemon-Peppercorn Pan Sauce

Broiled Tilapia with Tomato-Caper Salsa

A rich and zesty salsa loaded with tomatoes, capers, and parsley tops this classic broiled fish. Serve with couscous for a complete meal.

Recipe: Broiled Tilapia with Tomato-Caper Salsa

Skillet Fillets with Cilantro Butter

Spread this pan-fried tilapia with a creamy cilantro-lemon butter, and you've got a quick, 20-minute main dish.

Recipe: Skillet Fillets with Cilantro Butter

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