Pan Fried Tilapia with White Wine and Capers

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this elegant yet easy-to-make Pan Fried Tilapia with White Wine and Capers. Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned, lightly coated in flour, and pan-fried to golden perfection, creating a delicate crispy exterior. The dish is then highlighted by a zesty, buttery sauce made with dry white wine, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and briny capers, bringing a burst of tangy, savory flavor to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this 25-minute recipe is ideal for busy nights or sophisticated entertaining. Serve it with fluffy rice or steamed vegetables for a restaurant-quality meal that’s as impressive as it is effortless. Keywords: pan fried tilapia, white wine sauce, capers recipe, quick seafood dinner, easy fish recipes, tilapia with lemon and garlic.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 cups Dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season the tilapia fillets on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Lightly dredge each fillet in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess flour.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and allow it to melt.

Step 4

Place the floured tilapia fillets into the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and fresh lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 7

Stir in the capers and half of the chopped parsley, cooking for an additional 1 minute to combine the flavors.

Step 8

Return the cooked tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each fillet. Let everything warm through for 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with the remaining chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with your choice of side dishes, such as steamed vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(683.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1303.4

Total Fat 75.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321mg	0%
Sodium 1826.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.2g
Protein 108.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 106.5mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1790.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.7%

Protein: 35.1%

Carbs: 10.2%