ginger orange tilapia

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Mikekey *
Seattle, WA

Serve with rice or couscous and a steamed vegie.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ginger orange tilapia

  • 1 c
    orange juice
  • 1 tsp
    grated orange peel
  • 1 tsp
    minced garlic
  • 1 tsp
    grated fresh ginger
  • 4 Tbsp
    vegetable oil, divided
  • 4
    tilapia fillets
  • 3 Tbsp
    flour, seasoned with salt and pepper, for dredging
  • thinly sliced green onions, for garnish

How To Make ginger orange tilapia

  • 1
    In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, peel, garlic, ginger and 2 tablespoons oil.
  • 2
    Place tilapia in a shallow dish. Cover with marinade and marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes. Do not over-marinate or fish will begin to "cook" and get mushy.
  • 3
    Remove fillets from marinade (reserve marinade) and dredge in flour mixture to coat. Shake off excess.
  • 4
    Heat remaining oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tilapia and cook unti lightly golden, 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from pan and keep warm.
  • 5
    Add remaining marinade to skillet and bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute. Reduce heat amd simmer until it is a glaze consistency, 3-4 minutes.
  • 6
    Pour sauce over fillets and garnish with green onions.

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