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Garlic Butter Oven-Baked Tilapia

A flavorful and healthy oven-baked tilapia dish infused with aromatic garlic, fresh lemon, and melted butter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets tilapia fillets about 6 oz each
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Small saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels.
  3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, add minced garlic, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Remove butter from heat and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Place tilapia in the baking dish and pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the fillets.
  6. Bake the fish for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flaky.
  7. Broil for 1-2 minutes to achieve a golden crust, watching carefully.
  8. Transfer fish to plates, spoon remaining sauce over the top, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat fish dry completely before baking to ensure even cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.