Pan Sautéed Tilapia with Lemon and Jalapeno

Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
13%
Pan Sautéed Tilapia with Lemon and Jalapeno
15 min.
2
393kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pan Sautéed Tilapia with Lemon and Jalapeño. This dish is perfect for anyone seeking a quick yet flavorful meal that caters to dietary preferences, being both gluten-free and low FODMAP. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an ideal option for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a satisfying main course without the fuss.

Picture tender fillets of tilapia, seared to perfection, enveloped in the zesty brightness of fresh lemon slices and complemented by the subtle heat of jalapeños. The balance of flavors is truly something special, as the freshness of the ingredients shines through. With just a few simple steps, you can transform a few basic components into a stunning dish that looks as good as it tastes.

The preparation begins with a quick sauté, allowing the jalapeños to caramelize slightly, releasing their smokiness and flavor. Then, as the tilapia fillets cook in buttery goodness, they soak up the citrusy notes of lemon, creating a beautiful symphony of taste and texture. Whether you serve it over a bed of sautéed greens or alongside a fresh salad, this pan-sautéed tilapia is sure to impress! Elevate your meal routine and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients

  • servings canola oil 
  • slice optional: lemon very thin
  • pinch salt 
  • fillet tilapia 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Add the sparest amount of oil to the pan, really just enough to slick the bottom.
  2. Put the peppers into a relatively hot pan. Start with the cut side down. This way as they cook they will flatten a bit. So when you turn them over more of the pepper’s surface will come in contact with the pan.
  3. Get them good and brown on both sides, but do not cook them too long. You want a little crispness left in them so you don’t dissipate all their fiery goodness.
  4. Remove them to a plate, but keep them handy.
  5. Salt both sides of the fillets and dust them with a small amount of Wondra. Melt one or two tablespoons of butter in the same pan. When the butter gets foamy, but not yet brown, add the fish to the pan. Cook for 1 ½ minutes. Flip the fillets. Return the jalapenos to the pan.
  6. Add the lemon slices and cook another 1 to 2 minutes. You can deglaze the pan with a little white wine after you have removed everything for a quick optional sauce.
  7. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories393kcal
Protein34.44%
Fat63.6%
Carbs1.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.75
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.40434783438%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
4.49mg
Hesperetin
5.86mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:393.43kcal
19.67%
Fat:28.31g
43.55%
Saturated Fat:9.22g
57.65%
Carbohydrates:1.97g
0.66%
Net Carbohydrates:1.38g
0.5%
Sugar:0.53g
0.59%
Cholesterol:115.1mg
38.37%
Sodium:109.74mg
4.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.49g
68.97%
Selenium:71.28µg
101.83%
Vitamin B12:2.71µg
45.16%
Vitamin D:5.48µg
36.53%
Vitamin B3:6.66mg
33.31%
Phosphorus:295.72mg
29.57%
Vitamin E:3.49mg
23.24%
Potassium:545.74mg
15.59%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.63%
Vitamin C:11.13mg
13.49%
Vitamin K:13.34µg
12.71%
Magnesium:47.86mg
11.97%
Folate:43.53µg
10.88%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.83%
Vitamin A:354.48IU
7.09%
Copper:0.14mg
6.88%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.83%
Iron:1.08mg
6.01%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.25%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.91%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.49%
Calcium:25.83mg
2.58%
Fiber:0.59g
2.35%