Tilapia Al Ajillo Garlic Tilapia

Elevate your weeknight dinner with Tilapia Al Ajillo, a delightful Garlic Tilapia recipe bursting with bold flavors and Mediterranean flair. Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned with smoky paprika, seared to perfection, and bathed in a luscious lemon-garlic sauce that’s both aromatic and zesty. Crispy golden garlic slices and fresh parsley add layers of texture and freshness, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy nights yet elegant enough to impress at dinner parties. Serve with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a restaurant-worthy meal that’s both healthy and indulgent. Perfectly simple, endlessly delicious—this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 6 cloves Garlic cloves
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves. Chop the fresh parsley and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and the oil is shimmering.

Step 4

Add the garlic slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become golden brown and crispy but not burnt. Remove the garlic slices with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and carefully lay the tilapia fillets in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the tilapia fillets from the skillet and transfer them to a serving plate.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir the sauce for about 1 minute to combine all the flavors.

Step 8

Pour the lemon-garlic sauce over the tilapia fillets. Sprinkle with the crispy garlic slices and chopped parsley for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately with a side of steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	535 grams (535.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1170

Total Fat 78.80g	101%
Saturated Fat 19.10g	96%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.70g
Cholesterol 261mg	87%
Sodium 2668mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 10.50g	4%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 1.20g
Protein 106.10g	212%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 100mg	8%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1757mg	37%

*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: 60.3%

Protein: 36.1%

Carbs: 3.6%