Jul 14 2026
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Stew Tilapia Filet With One Side Recipe

Inspired by Motherland Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

Tilapia filet stew with your choice of white rice or Jollof rice.

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Ingredients

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Tilapia Stew Ingredients

Rice Side Ingredients

Method

Tilapia Stew Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Add the diced tomatoes to the pot along with the paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down.

  3. 3

    Add Broth and Tilapia

    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and add the tilapia fillets. Cover and let it cook for 10-12 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.

  4. 4

    Finish with Lemon Juice

    Once the tilapia is cooked, drizzle the lemon juice over the stew. Stir gently to combine, and then remove from heat.

Rice Preparation

  1. 5

    Rinse and Cook Rice

    If using white rice, rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear. In a separate pot, combine the rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

  2. 6

    Prepare Jollof Rice (if using)

    For Jollof rice, follow your preferred recipe or use a pre-packaged mix. Typically, sauté onions and tomatoes, add spices, then mix in rice and water, cooking until done.

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