Tilapia In Roasted Pepper Sauce
This Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce is a light yet flavorful dish featuring golden pan-seared tilapia topped with a silky roasted red pepper and garlic sauce. It’s simple to make, visually stunning, and perfect for weeknights or special dinners alike.
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Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets about 6 oz each
- 2 large red bell peppers
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the red bell peppers, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes until soft and slightly charred, then let cool.
- Blend the roasted peppers with garlic and lemon juice until smooth, adding a bit of water or broth if needed to thin.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, season the tilapia with salt and pepper, and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
- Pour the roasted pepper sauce into the skillet, simmer for a minute, and spoon over the fish before serving.