Thai Tilapia

Delight your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of Thai Tilapia, a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. This recipe combines tender tilapia fillets with a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with bold Thai-inspired ingredients like red curry paste, fresh lemongrass, lime juice, and fish sauce. Sautéed bell peppers and carrots add a burst of color and crunch, while aromatic garlic and ginger lend depth to every bite. Simmered to perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, this dish pairs beautifully with fluffy jasmine rice, soaking up the rich, savory sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, Thai Tilapia offers a harmonious balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, making it a seafood lover's dream.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 Lemongrass stalk, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Red curry paste
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 Carrot, julienned
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 Green onions, chopped
• 2 cups Jasmine rice, cooked

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and red curry paste. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped lemongrass to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the red bell pepper and carrot slices, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.

Step 6

Push the vegetables to the sides of the skillet and place the tilapia fillets in the center.

Step 7

Pour the coconut milk mixture over the tilapia and vegetables.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to medium, cover the skillet, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions.

Step 10

Serve immediately over cooked jasmine rice. Enjoy your Thai Tilapia!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1700.9 grams (1700.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1747

Total Fat 40.00g	51%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 228mg	76%
Sodium 3190mg	139%
Total Carbohydrate 225.90g	82%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 42.50g
Protein 127.00g	254%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 367mg	28%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 3338mg	71%

*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: 20.3%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 51.0%