Tilapia

Tilapia with Cucumber Radish Relish

Seafood alternatives: catfish, trout, pollock, flounder, ocean perch, codNumber of Servings: 4Ingredients: 2/3 cup chopped, seeded cucumber1/2 cup chopped radishes1 teaspoon vegetable oil2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar1/4 teaspoon dried tarragonpinch of sugar1/8 teaspoon salt4 (6 oz.) tilapia fillets2 tablespoons margarineInstructions: Combine the first seven ingredients in a small bowl; mix well. Let stand at room temperature while preparing fish. Saute tilapia in margarine in a large skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until fish just begins to flake easily when tested with a fork. Transfer to serving plates. Spoon cucumber mixture over each serving. Average: 0 No votes yet

Tilapia Fillets with Balsamic Reduction

Think Italian! Close your eyes and you're in Tuscany.Number of Servings: 4Ingredients: 4 5-7 oz. fresh Tropical™ Tilapia filletssalt and pepper2 Tbls. olive oil1/2 Tbls. flourSauce1 cup sugar1 cup balsamic vinegarInstructions: Place the sugar in a hot frying pan and caramelize, but do not burn it. Add the balsamic vinegar and a pinch of black pepper. The sugar may get hard, but as the vinegar boils, it will melt again. Boil for about 10 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, add vinegar until desired consistency is reached. Set aside. Combine the salt, pepper and flour and dredge each side of the fillets. Heat a large frying pan over medium high heat. When the pan is hot, add the olive oil and let it get hot. Add the fillets and brown on both sides, turning only once. Cook the fillets until they are golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and drizzle the balsamic sauce over the fillets. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 0 No votes yet

Sesame Broiled Tilapia

Think Quick! A little butter, some sesame seeds and a dash of lemon juice and Viola! Dinner is served!Number of Servings: 2Ingredients: 1 lb. fresh Tropical™ Tilapia fillets2 Tbls. butter, melted1 tsp. fresh lemon juice3 Tbls. sesame seedsInstructions: Combine melted butter and lemon juice in a shallow dish and dip the fillets in the mixture. Place on a lightly greased ovenproof pan. Broil under high heat about 2 minutes each side, basting with the butter/lemon mixture several times during the cooking process. After the final baste, top fillets with sesame seeds. Broil an additional 1-2 minutes until the seeds are golden brown. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 4 Average: 4 (1 vote)

Pan Seared Tilapia with Tomato Caper Sauce

Think Mediterranean! Fresh, easy and bursting with flavor.Number of Servings: 4Ingredients: 4 5-7 oz. fresh Tropical™ Tilapia filletssalt & pepper2 Tbls. olive oil2 medium tomatoes, chopped2 Tbls. capers, drained2 1/2 Tbls. butter1 1/2 Tbls. Worchestershire sauce1 Tbls. lemon juiceInstructions: Seed and dice the tomatoes. In a hot frying pan, heat 1/2 Tbls. of the butter. Add the diced tomatoes, capers, Worchestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Cook on low heat quickly for about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in remaining 2 Tbls. of butter and set aside. DO NOT REHEAT. Salt and pepper the fillets. Heat a frying pan; then add the oil. When oil is hot, add the fillets and brown on both sides, turning only once. This will take about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and spoon the tomato sauce over the fillets. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 4 Average: 4 (3 votes)

Grilled Tuna with Fruit Salsa

Seafood alternatives: swordfish, shark, halibut, catfish, tilapia or salmon steaksNumber of Servings: 4Ingredients: 1/3 cup pineapple juice1 Tablespoon vegetable oil1 Tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauceJuice of one lime4 (6-8 oz.) tuna steaks1 cup chopped fresh plums1 cup chopped fresh peaches1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar2 Tablespoons minced fresh mintInstructions: Combine first four ingredients. Arrange tuna steaks in shallow glass dish; pour pineapple juice mixture over steaks. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a medium bowl; stir gently. Cover and refrigerate until needed. Coat a grill rack with vegetable cooking spray. Remove tuna from marinade and place on grill 4 to 5 inches above medium-hot coals (discard marinade). Grill just until fish begins to flake easily when tested with a fork, allowing about 10 minutes per inch of thickness, turning once during cooking. Serve at once with fruit salsa. Average: 0 No votes yet

Grilled Tilapia Tacos

Spring is finally here! Tonight try this zesty taco recipe made with Tilapia. Go ahead and put a healthy twist on the traditional taco. Thank you to our friends at Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. for this GREAT recipe.Number of Servings: 6Ingredients: 2 lbs. fresh Tropical™ Tilapia filletsolive oilflour tortillasshredded cabbagesalsasour creamfresh lime wedgesSauce1/3 cup fresh, chopped cilantro2 jalapenos -- seeded1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream1 avocado1 tsp. fresh lime juiceInstructions: Into a food processor, add cilantro and jalapenos, process until coarsely chopped and mixed together. Add mayonnaise, sour cream, avocado and lime juice. Blend until smooth. Keep this sauce refrigerated until needed. Brush tilapia fillets with olive oil and grill over medium heat for 2-4 minutes per side, until cooked through. Heat tortillas on grill and spread 2 Tbls. of sauce on each warm tortilla. Place 1/2 of a fillet in center of each tortilla, add shredded cabbage, fold tortilla and top with salsa and sour cream. Garnish with fresh lime wedges. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 3.666665 Average: 3.7 (3 votes)

Fillet of Tilapia Dijonaisse

Think Simple! A few simple ingredients, simple preparation and a simply delicious dinner is on the table!Number of Servings: 4Ingredients: 4 to 6 fresh Tropical™ Tilapia filletsdijon mustardprepared bread crumbssalt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Wash and completely dry the fillets. Cover with Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper as desired. Dip the fillets in bread crumbs. Place on a lightly greased ovenproof pan. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 4 Average: 4 (1 vote)

Exotic Tilapia

Think Exotic! Pineapple & capers combine to make this an unusual & delicious main dish.Number of Servings: 4Ingredients: 4 5-7 oz. fresh Tropical™ Tilapia filletssalt & pepper2 Tbls. olive oil1/2 Tbls. flour1 cup fresh pineapple, cut in julienne strips2 Tbls. capers, drained1 1/2 oz. butterInstructions: Heat a large frying pan over medium high heat then add the olive oil. Sprinkle both sides of the fillets with flour, salt and pepper. Add fillets to the hot oil and sauté on both sides until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and set aside. Julienne the pineapple into thin strips. In a medium frying pan, add butter and heat until it's hot, but not browned. Add the pineapple and capers. Stir together for about 1 minute over medium heat. Spoon over the fillets and serve. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 3.666665 Average: 3.7 (3 votes)

Etouffee de Tilapia

Think Cajun! This spicy rendition of an old Cajun classic is hearty and delicious.Number of Servings: 4Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs. fresh Tropical™ Tilapia fillets1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper1/4 tsp. ground black pepper2 tsps. olive oil3 cloves garlic, finely minced1 Tbls. fresh parsley, finely chopped1/2 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped1/2 large red bell pepper, seeded and chopped1 stalk celery, chopped1/2 cup scallions, chopped2 Tbls. all purpose flour2 cups tomato sauce1 tsp. fresh thymeInstructions: Rub pepper and cayenne into fillets. Arrange half the fillets in a non-stick baking pan. In a separate dish, combine olive oil, garlic, parsley, bell peppers, celery and scallions. Sprinkle half of this mixture over the fillets in the baking pan. Sprinkle half the flour over the vegetables and drizzle with half the tomato sauce and fresh thyme. Repeat layer. Cover and place pan in the oven at 325° and bake for 1 hour or until fish flakes when tested with a fork. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 0 No votes yet

Beer-Battered Tilapia

Think Crunchy! Tilapia in a light, crunchy batter.Number of Servings: 2Ingredients: 1 lb. fresh Tropical™ Tilapia filletsjuice of 1/2 lemon2 Tbls. chopped parsley2 Tbls. olive oilsalt and ground pepperBeer Batter2 large egg yolks1/2 cup dark beer1/2 cup flour1/2 tsp. salt1/2 tsp. baking powderInstructions: Mix all beer batter ingredients together and set aside. In a shallow bowl, combine the lemon juice, parsley, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Cut fillets in half lengthwise and place in the lemon juice mixture. Heat oil for the deep frying. Remove fillets from lemon juice mixture and dip pieces individually into batter, and then into hot oil. Cook, turning and submerging pieces in the oil until golden brown all over. Drain on paper towels before serving. Source: Tropical Aquaculture Products, Inc. Average: 0 No votes yet