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Pan Roasted Tilapia with Tomatillo Salsa

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 40 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Salsa Ingredients

    • 1 pound tomatillos
    • 🧅 1/2 cup yellow onion
    • 2 serrano or other chiles
    • 🧄 3 cloves garlic
    • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
    • 🍋 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
    • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

  • Tilapia Fillets

    • 4 tilapia fillets
    • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

STEPS

1

Prepare the tomatillos by peeling back the husk, rinsing with warm water, and cutting into quarters.

2

Place the husked tomatillos, onion, chilies, garlic, and 1 teaspoon oil in the baking pan. Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes until soft and dark green.

3

Transfer the roasted mixture to a blender. Add salt, lime juice, and cilantro, then purée.

4

Heat a skillet over high heat, then add 2 teaspoons of oil.

5

Cook tilapia fillets in the pan for about 5 to 6 minutes until golden brown on each side.

6

Transfer the tilapia to a serving plate and top with salsa. Serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

181

Calories

  • 23g
    Protein
  • 9g
    Carbs
  • 6g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

For added flavor, grill the tomatillos instead of roasting them.Use fresh tilapia fillets to ensure the best taste and texture.Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.Experiment with different types of chili peppers for varying levels of heat.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.