Butter Sauce Tilapia in 20 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Pat each tilapia fillet with paper towels until completely dry. Season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place fillets in the pan and sear for 3–4 minutes per side without moving them until a mahogany-colored crust forms. Remove fish to a plate once edges are opaque.
3. Lower heat to medium. Add unsalted butter to the same pan. Once foaming, stir in minced garlic for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
4. Stir in lemon juice and paprika, whisking for 1 minute until the sauce is velvety.
5. Return the fillets to the pan for 60 seconds, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top of each piece. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.