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Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia recipe features tender tilapia fillets seasoned with paprika, thyme, and oregano, then bathed in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon juice and zest. Baked to perfection in the oven, this dish is quick, easy, and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Garnished with red pepper flakes, parsley, and lemon slices, it offers a delightful combination of zesty, herbaceous, and buttery flavors.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon zest

Garnish

  • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley, to taste
  • Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Season Fish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the tilapia fillets evenly with salt, freshly ground black pepper, paprika, dried thyme, and dried oregano, then arrange the fillets in a 9×13 inch baking dish ensuring they are spread out evenly.
  2. Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Pour this flavorful garlic butter mixture over the seasoned tilapia fillets, making sure each piece is nicely coated.
  3. Bake the Tilapia: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake the tilapia for 10 to 12 minutes. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and is tender throughout, indicating it is cooked perfectly.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the tilapia from the oven and garnish with red pepper flakes, freshly chopped parsley, and lemon slices. Serve immediately for a delicious, vibrant meal.

Notes

  • Ensure the tilapia fillets are evenly coated with the garlic butter to maximize flavor.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes used as garnish.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best citrus taste.
  • Tilapia cooks quickly; avoid overbaking to keep the fish moist and tender.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad.

Keywords: Garlic Butter Tilapia, Baked Tilapia, Healthy Fish Recipe, Oven Baked Fish, Easy Tilapia Recipe, Lemon Garlic Fish

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