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Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia

GARLIC BUTTER OVEN BAKED TILAPIA

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Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia is the perfect combination of simplicity and flavor, making it an ideal choice for those busy weeknights or when you want to impress your guests. This quick recipe highlights the delicate, flaky texture of tilapia, enhanced by a rich garlic butter sauce and a refreshing splash of lemon. In just 20 minutes, you can serve a meal that not only tastes fantastic but also looks elegant on your dinner table. Whether it’s a family gathering or a solo dinner, this dish promises to delight everyone with its mouthwatering flavors and ease of preparation.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon zest
  • Lemon slices (for garnish)
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Season the tilapia fillets with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and oregano. Place them in a baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Pour this sauce over the seasoned fish.
  4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.

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