Tilapia Al Ajillo (Garlic Tilapia)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Garlic Tilapia featuring an infusion of flavors

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

28 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

13g

Tilapia Al Ajillo, also known as Garlic Tilapia, is a perfect healthy meal for people looking for a quick and easy recipe with an infusion of flavors. This dish is excellent for a cozy dinner or large family gathering. The garlic-infused flavor of the dish makes it stand out, and the lemon wedges and parsley garnish add extra zest. Tilapia Al Ajillo can be served as a main course or alongside other dishes such as rice, beans, or vegetable soup. The dish is easy to prepare, takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and is sure to delight the taste buds of all seafood enthusiasts out there.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375F.
2.	Dry the Tilapia fillets with a paper towel and then season both sides with salt and pepper.
3.	In a skillet heat the olive oil and chopped garlic, stir until fragrant for about a minute.
4.	Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes per side
5.	Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes
6.	Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges before serving

PROS

Tilapia Al Ajillo is a delicious seafood dish featuring an infusion of flavors perfect for a family or dinner party.
Garlic gives a unique taste of infused flavor to the dish, while the lemon wedges and chopped parsley add extra zing to it.

CONS

Tilapia has a high amount of cholesterol which may cause heart diseases if consumed consistently over a long period.
It is recommended to consume it in moderation as part of a balanced diet to avoid high levels of contamination by pollutants in the fish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tilapia is an excellent source of protein, low in fat and calories making it a perfect food to add to your diet. It is also a rich source of omega-3, which can help in preventing and reducing heart diseases. Besides, it provides essential nutrients like Vitamin D, Niacin, Vitamin B12, and Phosphorous

	1 1/2 lbs tilapia fillets
	4 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	salt and pepper
	lemon , for serving
	chopped parsley ( to garnish )