About the Recipe
This Baked Tilapia is a simple yet flavorful dish that highlights the delicate taste of tilapia with a rich garlic-infused marinade. Marinated overnight in olive oil, garlic, and onions, the fish absorbs bold flavors, making it tender and delicious. Whether baked or grilled, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a healthy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
4 Tilapia Fillets (5 to 7 oz each)
4 cloves Garlic, crushed
3 tbsp Olive Oil
1 Onion, chopped
¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper or White Pepper
Preparation
Step 1:
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel.
Step 2:
Rub the fillets with crushed garlic and place them in a shallow dish.
Step 3:
Spoon olive oil over the fish until evenly coated.
Step 4:
Sprinkle the chopped onion over the fillets, cover the dish, and refrigerate overnight.
Step 5:
Preheat the oven or grill to 350°F (175°C).
To Bake:
Transfer the fish to a 9x13-inch baking dish along with the olive oil, garlic, and onion.
Sprinkle the fillets with cayenne or white pepper.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
To Grill:
Wrap the fish in aluminum foil with the olive oil, garlic, and onion.
Sprinkle with cayenne or white pepper.
Grill for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.