Jul 14 2026
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Tilapia Escovitch Recipe

Inspired by Tropical Delight
Time40m
Serves4

Make Tilapia Escovitch Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Fish Preparation

Escovitch Sauce

Method

Fish Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Fish

    In a bowl, season the tilapia fillets with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Dredge the Fish

    After marinating, dredge each fillet in all-purpose flour, ensuring they are evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Fry the Fish

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the dredged tilapia fillets. Fry each side until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Escovitch Sauce

  1. 4

    Prepare the Vegetables

    In a separate saucepan, combine the julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, and sliced onion. Add the scotch bonnet pepper whole to infuse flavor without too much heat.

  2. 5

    Make the Escovitch Dressing

    Pour the vinegar over the vegetables in the saucepan. Add fresh thyme, black pepper, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly soft but still crisp.

  3. 6

    Combine and Serve

    Pour the escovitch sauce over the fried tilapia fillets. Allow it to sit for a few minutes to absorb flavors before serving.

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