Tilapia (st. Peter’s Fish) Recipe
Pan-fried filet Tilapia, served with green salad.
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Ingredients
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Pan-Fried Tilapia
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Tilapia
Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Flour
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Coat the Fish
Dredge each tilapia fillet in the seasoned flour, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- 5
Fry the Tilapia
Add the coated tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain Excess Oil
Remove the tilapia from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
