Ingredients:

  • 2 (4-6 oz / 115-170g) Tilapia fillets, skinless
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon (14g) Unsalted Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Lemon Zest
  • 1 tablespoon (5g) Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (5g) Fresh Thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) Black Pepper

Instructions:

  1. Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. This helps them get a nice sear.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. The pan should be hot but not smoking.
  4. Gently place the tilapia fillets in the hot pan. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Key Cue: The fish should flake easily with a fork and be opaque throughout.
  5. During the last minute of cooking, spoon the herb mixture over the tilapia fillets. This will infuse the fish with flavour without burning the garlic.
  6. Remove the tilapia from the pan and serve immediately. Garnish with extra parsley and a lemon wedge, if desired.