Crusted Red Snapper or Tatery Tilapia

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Crusted Red Snapper or Tatery Tilapia
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup tomatoes , seeded , chopped
1 cup leek , thinly sliced
1/2 green bell pepper , chopped
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
4 tilapia fillets or ( 6 ounce ) red snapper fillets
1/2 cup coarse breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese , grated
1/2 cup plain potato chips , crushed
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted
1 tablespoon scallion , thinly sliced diagonally
lemon wedge

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
263
Sugar
3g
Fat
10g
Looking for an easy and flavorful way to serve seafood for dinner? Look no further than this Crusted Red Snapper or Tatery Tilapia recipe! This recipe uses either red snapper or tilapia fillets as a base, and tops them with a delicious tomato and garlic mixture. The crusted topping made of breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, paprika, and potato chips adds a nice crunch and flavorful finish to the dish. Red snapper and tilapia are both great food choices to support a healthy and balanced diet, providing a good source of lean protein and important nutrients.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, sliced leek, chopped green bell pepper, and minced garlic.
3.In a separate bowl, combine the coarse breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, crushed plain potato chips, paprika, cayenne, melted unsalted butter, and sliced scallion.
4.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease with non-stick cooking spray.
5.Place the tilapia fillets or red snapper fillets on the prepared baking sheet and top each fillet with the tomato mixture.
6.Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the tomato mixture, pressing lightly with your fingers to help it adhere.
7.Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
8.Serve immediately with lemon wedges for garnish.

PROS

This dish is quick and easy to prepare.

The crusted topping is flavorful and adds a nice crunch to the fish.

Both red snapper and tilapia are great sources of lean protein.

CONS

The potatoes chips in the crust make this dish higher in sodium and fat.

This dish may not be suitable for individuals with gluten allergies or sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Both red snapper and tilapia are great sources of lean protein, providing all nine essential amino acids that our body needs.
They are also both low in calories and fat, but high in beneficial nutrients like vitamin B12 and selenium.
The garlic in this recipe has been linked to supporting heart health and immune function.

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