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Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia

A delightful fish dish featuring flaky tilapia in a creamy lemon garlic sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces tilapia fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the fish
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 piece lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream Can substitute with yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the tilapia fillets in cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
Cooking
  1. Season the tilapia fillets with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet.
  2. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and flaky. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the lemon juice and simmer for one more minute.
Making the Sauce
  1. Stir in the heavy cream, dried oregano, and dried basil. Let the sauce simmer until it thickens slightly, around 2-3 minutes.
Combining
  1. Add the tilapia back into the skillet, letting them bask in the creamy sauce.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

If using yogurt instead of heavy cream, it will provide a lighter, tangy flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.