Bacon-Jamaican Tilapia in a Foil Pouch With Coconut Cream #RSC

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 11
Bacon-Jamaican Tilapia in a Foil Pouch With Coconut Cream recipe
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tilapia fillets , fresh
nonstick cooking spray
8 slices bacon ( or 1 cup purchased , crumbled real bacon )
1 small onion , chopped
1 cup red bell pepper , chopped
2 teaspoons caribbean jerk seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic , minced ( bottled is fine )
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup cream of coconut
1/4 cup sour cream
1 lemon , juice and zest of
Reynolds Wrap Foil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
426
Sugar
25g
Fat
26g
Bacon-Jamaican Tilapia in a Foil Pouch With Coconut Cream is a mouthwatering seafood dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The dish combines tender tilapia fillets coated in Caribbean jerk seasoning, sweet honey, and flavorful bacon with a coconut cream sauce that adds a tropical twist to the dish. The foil pouches create a no-fuss way to cook the meal and keep the fish moist and tender. Serve this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.Cut four large squares of foil and spray them with nonstick cooking spray.
3.Place each tilapia fillet on a square of foil.
4.In a skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
5.In the same skillet, sauté the onion and red bell pepper until tender.
6.Sprinkle the Caribbean jerk seasoning over the tilapia fillets.
7.Spoon the sautéed vegetables over the tilapia.
8.Drizzle the honey over each fillet.
9.Crumble the cooked bacon over the top of each fillet.
10.Combine the shredded coconut, cream of coconut, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl. Mix well.
11.Spoon the coconut cream mixture evenly over each fillet.
12.Bring the corners of the foil together and seal to create a pouch for each fillet.
13.Place the pouches on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through.

PROS

This dish is easy to prepare and requires minimal cleanup.

The combination of sweet honey, savory bacon, and spicy Caribbean jerk seasoning creates a delicious flavor profile.

The coconut cream adds a creamy texture and tropical taste to the dish.

CONS

While the bacon adds flavor to the dish, it also adds fat and calories.

Tilapia is a farmed fish and may contain antibiotics and other contaminants.

This dish is not suitable for those with a coconut allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tilapia is a low-fat, high-protein fish that is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and important vitamins and minerals.
The coconut cream in this dish may help boost brain function and heart health.
Honey is a natural sweetener that contains antioxidants and may help soothe a sore throat or cough.

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