crispy tilapia fillets with fennel-mint tzatziki

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Mia Harris
Minneapolis, MN

Greek-style yogurt is rich and flavorful—and there's no need to drain it like you would regular yogurt

(2 ratings)
yield 4 servings
prep time 35 Min
cook time 45 Min

Ingredients For crispy tilapia fillets with fennel-mint tzatziki

  • 1 c
    finely diced fennel bulb plus 1 tablespoon chopped fennel fronds
  • 3/4 c
    whole-milk greek-style yogurt
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    chopped fresh mint
  • 1 tsp
    white balsamic vinegar
  • 4 Tbsp
    extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 4 lg
    tilapia fillets
  • 1 tsp
    fennel seeds, finely ground
  • 1 lg
    egg white, beaten until frothy
  • 2 c
    panko (japanese breadcrumbs) or fresh breadcrumbs

How To Make crispy tilapia fillets with fennel-mint tzatziki

  • 1
    Place fennel bulb and fronds in small bowl. Sprinkle lightly with salt; toss. Let stand 10 minutes. Mix in yogurt, mint, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 2
    Sprinkle 1 side of each fillet with ground fennel, salt, and pepper. Brush with egg white; coat with panko. Turn over; repeat with seasoning, egg, and panko.
  • 3
    Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish. Cook until opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Serve with tzatziki.

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