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Fried Tilapia Recipe

Crispy Pan-Fried Tilapia Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tilapia fillets, about 4 oz each
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup neutral oil
  • lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Pat tilapia fillets dry. Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a shallow dish. Dredge each fillet in the mixture and shake off excess.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place fillets in hot oil and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden and flaky.
  3. Transfer to plates, squeeze lemon over each, and serve immediately.

Notes

For the crispest results, serve right away. If cooking in batches, keep cooked fillets warm on a wire rack in a 200°F oven while you finish the rest.