Tilapia Plate Recipe
Pan-Seared tilapia seasoned with garlic, black pepper, and lemon juice. Served with sautéed vegetables over a bed of turmeric rice.
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Ingredients
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Tilapia
Sautéed Vegetables
Turmeric Rice
Method
Preparation of Turmeric Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Rinse 1 cup of basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 2 cups of water, 1 tsp of turmeric powder, and 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- 3
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
- 4
Fluff and Set Aside
Remove from heat, fluff the rice with a fork, and set aside.
Cooking the Tilapia
- 5
Season the Tilapia
In a small bowl, mix 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp of black pepper, and 2 tbsp of lemon juice. Rub this mixture over the tilapia fillets.
- 6
Heat the Pan
Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 7
Pan-Sear the Fish
Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned tilapia fillets. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 8
Remove and Keep Warm
Remove the tilapia from the skillet and keep warm while you prepare the vegetables.
Sautéing the Vegetables
- 9
Prepare the Vegetables
Slice the bell peppers, zucchini, and carrot into thin strips. Mince the remaining 2 garlic cloves.
- 10
- 11
Assembly
- 12
Plate the Dish
On a plate, create a bed of turmeric rice, top it with sautéed vegetables, and place the pan-seared tilapia on top.
- 13
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious tilapia plate!