Jalapeno Garlic Tilapia by Johnny Carino's
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Johnny Carino's Jalapeno Garlic Tilapia, a bold and flavorful dish that's both quick and easy to prepare. This recipe features tender tilapia fillets seasoned with smoky paprika and cumin, perfectly seared to flaky perfection. A zesty topping of sautéed garlic and spicy jalapeños, infused with fresh lime juice, adds a tantalizing kick to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of vibrant cilantro, this dish strikes the perfect balance between heat and brightness. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an ideal option for a healthy, restaurant-quality meal at home. Pair with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying dinner that’s sure to impress. Keywords: jalapeno garlic tilapia, spicy fish recipe, Johnny Carino's, quick tilapia recipe, easy seafood dinner.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces Jalapenos, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Directions
Step 1
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the sliced jalapenos to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
Step 5
Push the garlic and jalapenos to one side of the skillet to make room for the tilapia fillets.
Step 6
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, then place the tilapia fillets in the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 7
Drizzle lime juice over the tilapia while it's cooking for an extra layer of flavor.
Step 8
Once cooked, remove the fillets from the skillet and plate them.
Step 9
Spoon the jalapeno-garlic mixture over the tilapia fillets.
Step 10
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (558.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 928.0 |
| Total Fat 51.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 260.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2667.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 13.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.1g | |
| Protein 106.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 111.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1812.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories