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Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia

Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia: Quick & Delightful Dinner

This Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia is a quick and easy seafood dish, perfect for a delightful dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tilapia
  • 2 pieces Frozen Tilapia Sea Cuisine Garlic & Herb Tilapia or any quality frozen tilapia
For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can use vegan butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 4-6 cloves Garlic Minced, or substitute with granulated garlic
  • 14 oz. Full-fat Coconut Cream/Milk Substitute with regular dairy cream for non-vegan version
  • ½ cup Vegetable or Seafood Stock Extra coconut milk can be used if preferred
  • 2 Tbsps White Cooking Wine Optional, can be omitted or replaced with additional stock
  • 1 Lemon Freshly squeezed
  • ½ Lemon Thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Combined with water for thickening
  • 2 Tbsps Water For cornstarch mixture
  • 1 cup Freshly-Grated Dairy-Free Parmesan Cheese Regular parmesan for non-vegan version
For the Greens
  • 1 cup Organic Kale Chopped, can use spinach or collards as substitute
For Seasoning
  • 8 tsp Herbs/Seasonings Various, to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Carefully place 2 pieces of frozen tilapia in the skillet and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Once cooked through, transfer the tilapia to a plate and set aside while you prepare the creamy sauce.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add another tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté 4–6 cloves of minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, stir in your choice of herbs and seasonings, allowing the flavors to meld. Gradually whisk in 14 ounces of full-fat coconut cream, ½ cup of vegetable or seafood stock, the juice of one freshly squeezed lemon, and the optional white wine, letting it simmer gently.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth. Add this mixture to the sauce in the skillet while stirring continuously, allowing it to thicken for 1–2 minutes. Then, add in 1 cup of chopped organic kale and the thin slices of the remaining lemon, letting everything simmer together for an additional 2–3 minutes until the kale wilts and the sauce is bubbly.
  4. Gently place the seared tilapia pieces back into the creamy sauce, ensuring they are well-coated. Allow everything to simmer together on low heat for an additional 5–10 minutes, enabling the tilapia to absorb the delightful flavors of the sauce. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure an even coating of the creamy lemon garlic herb sauce.
  5. Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove from heat. Serve your delicious Creamy Lemon Garlic Herb Tilapia immediately with prepared basmati rice or cauliflower rice for a gluten-free option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in a tightly sealed container for up to 3-4 days. For longer preservation, freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Ensure the sauce is cooled before sealing to avoid ice crystals.

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