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Savor Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce – A Flavor Delight

Tender tilapia fillets simmered in a silky roasted red pepper sauce for a flavorful, healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Seafood
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 2 red bell peppers large
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 onion small, chopped
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 0.25 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream optional
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Blender or Immersion Blender

Method
 

  1. Roast red bell peppers at 425°F until skins blister. Steam, peel, and chop.
  2. Sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
  3. Blend peppers, onion mixture, spices, broth, and cream until smooth.
  4. Season tilapia with salt and pepper.
  5. Pan-sear tilapia 3–4 minutes per side until flaky.
  6. Pour sauce over fish and simmer briefly. Finish with lemon juice and herbs.

Notes

Serve with rice, potatoes, or crusty bread.