Tilapia with Cilantro Cream Sauce

Transform your dinner table into a culinary escape with this mouthwatering Tilapia with Cilantro Cream Sauce. Perfectly seasoned tilapia fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a velvety sauce made from garlic, heavy cream, chicken broth, and a burst of fresh cilantro and lime. A hint of paprika and optional red pepper flakes add subtle warmth, making this dish irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with fluffy rice or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal that’s sure to impress. Keywords: tilapia with cilantro cream sauce, easy fish recipe, cilantro lime sauce, quick dinner idea, pan-seared tilapia.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Season both sides of the fillets with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and paprika.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Place the tilapia fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to slightly reduce.

Step 7

Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Return the cooked tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the cilantro cream sauce over the fish. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the fillets through.

Step 9

Serve the tilapia with the cilantro cream sauce drizzled over the top. Pair with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(791.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1318.7

Total Fat 91.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 379mg	0%
Sodium 2920.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 108.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114.7mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1873.1mg	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: 63.7%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 3.0%