This tilapia recipe is going to beat any recipe you’ve ever tried, true story!
baked Tilapia recipe-
Cooking tilapia itself may taste bland at times. However, in this recipe, the battered and fried tilapia fish itself is so crispy on the outside yet flaky and tender on the inside. The onion, carrots and peppers are sautéed until tender. Then the vegetables are then combined with a cream and ketchup mixture, added with fresh dill and cilantro to give the creamy mixture a taste that’s indescribable. Lastly the vegetable mixture is spread over the tilapia in a casserole dish, topped with shredded cheese and baked. This is the perfect dish to make for a party or get together. Everyone will rave and ask for the recipe!
What is Tilapia Fish?
Tilapia fish is a common name for the many different species of the cichlid tribe fish. It mainly inhabits lakes, rivers and shallow streams. It is an inexpensive fish to purchase and catch as it can be caught in artisanal fishing.
How to Cook Tilapia recipe-
Though tilapia can be cooked quickly in a skillet, it may also be baked in the oven. This oven baked tilapia casserole is going to become a seafood casserole favorite!
FRY FILLETS: Dredge the fillets into the milk mixture then into the flour mixture. In a skillet, heat oil until hot and fry the fillets until golden. Repeat with all the fillets.
VEGETABLES: In a skillet, sauté the chopped onions until tender. Add the grated carrots and cubed peppers to the onion and sauté until cooked. Mince the garlic and add to skillet and sauté until fragrant. SAUCE: Add the ingredients for the sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Mix in the chopped greens.
ASSEMBLE: Add a thin layer of the vegetable mixture to the bottom of the casserole dish and add the tilapia into the dish. (TIP: The fillets should be enough just for one layer.)Add the rest of the creamy spread on top of the fish and top with the shredded cheese. Cover the-dish with foil and bake until cooked and cheese is bubbly. Serve and enjoy!
Can the herbs be substituted?
Though I use a combination of fresh dill and cilantro in this tilapia casserole, you can use your favorite herbs. A combination of dill and parsley will work, or even parsley and cilantro. Herbs are an important part of this recipe so don’t skimp on them!
Can the Tilapia with Vegetables be made in advance?
Yes! This is the perfect dish to prepare in advance, even the day before. Then llow the fried fish and sautéed creamy vegetables to cool completely before assembling adding all of the ingredients to the casserole dish. Prepare recipe as indicated and refrigerate covered before baking. The dish may need an extra 5 minutes of baking time since it will be cold. I hope you loved this recipe. If you make it, don’t forget to tag us on social media, #ValentinasCorner. I just love seeing your creations!
Try these other great fish recipes:
Buttered Cod– Simple and delicious dinner!Flounder with Vegetables Recipe– Another great seafood recipe.Blackened Tilapia Fish Recipe– A light and simple tilapia recipe!Fish Tacos– the ultimate tacos loaded with fish!
