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Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

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  • Author: Amy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce combines tender tilapia fillets with a smoky, tangy roasted pepper sauce. The sauce enhances the fish’s freshness, making it a healthy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

4 tilapia fillets (about 6 ounces each)

2 red bell peppers, roasted and peeled

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup vegetable or chicken broth

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, turning them halfway through until the skin is charred. After removing them, cover with a towel or plastic wrap for 10 minutes. Peel, remove seeds, and chop the peppers.
  2. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Stir in the roasted peppers, vegetable broth, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Use a blender or immersion blender to puree until smooth.
  4. In the same skillet, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the tilapia fillets with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook the tilapia for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
  5. Once the tilapia is cooked, spoon the roasted pepper sauce over the fillets and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

If you prefer a spicier sauce, add red pepper flakes or fresh chilies to the roasted pepper sauce.

You can substitute tilapia with other white fish like cod or haddock.

For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of heavy cream or use a richer broth.

Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg