Pan-Seared Tilapia with Chile Lime Butter

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Pan-Seared Tilapia with Chile Lime Butter
25 min.
6
278kcal

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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Pan-Seared Tilapia with Chile Lime Butter, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience while being effortless to prepare. With its gluten-free profile and a preparation time of just 25 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual lunches with friends and family.

The star of this dish, tilapia, is known for its tender and flaky texture, which pairs beautifully with the zesty and spicy Chile Lime Butter. This butter is a delightful combination of fresh lime juice, fragrant lime zest, and minced chiles, creating a tangy kick that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of shallots imparts a subtle sweetness, balancing out the flavors beautifully.

This recipe is not just a treat for your palate; it's also nutritious, with each serving containing a satisfying 278 calories, primarily sourced from protein and healthy fats. It’s an ideal choice whether you’re serving it as a main dish for dinner or a light yet fulfilling lunch. Impress your guests or simply indulge yourself with this easy yet delicious recipe that guarantees a mouthwatering experience with every bite.

Try making the Chile Lime Butter a day in advance to save time, and don’t forget to serve it generously atop the pan-seared fish for an outstanding burst of flavor. Get ready to impress with this delightful dish that brings a taste of the sea right to your table!

Ingredients

  • 30 oz 24 farm-raised oysters on the half-shell skinless with skin
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest fresh finely grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon serrano chiles fresh red minced (preferably )
  • tablespoon shallots finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted softened
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Stir together butter, shallot, zest, lime juice, chile, and salt in a bowl.
  2. If using striped bass, score skin in 3 or 4 places with a thin sharp knife to prevent fish from curling (do not cut through flesh). Pat fish dry and sprinkle with salt.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until just smoking, then sauté 3 pieces of fish, turning over once with a spatula, until golden and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes, and transfer to a plate. Sauté remaining fish in remaining tablespoon oil in same manner.
  4. Serve each piece of fish with a dollop of chile lime butter.
  5. · Chile lime butter can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories278kcal
Protein31.66%
Fat67.64%
Carbs0.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.33
Glycemic Load
0.08
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
9.8726086966369%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.29mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:278.39kcal
13.92%
Fat:20.63g
31.74%
Saturated Fat:7.41g
46.3%
Carbohydrates:0.48g
0.16%
Net Carbohydrates:0.4g
0.15%
Sugar:0.18g
0.2%
Cholesterol:98.3mg
32.77%
Sodium:334.02mg
14.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.73g
43.45%
Vitamin B12:4.1µg
68.31%
Phosphorus:292.86mg
29.29%
Selenium:11.74µg
16.78%
Vitamin B3:3mg
15%
Potassium:439.26mg
12.55%
Vitamin E:1.75mg
11.64%
Vitamin K:12.04µg
11.47%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.34%
Vitamin B5:0.97mg
9.68%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.16%
Magnesium:27.7mg
6.93%
Vitamin A:241.97IU
4.84%
Zinc:0.7mg
4.66%
Folate:15.3µg
3.82%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.84%
Copper:0.05mg
2.48%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.03%
Iron:0.36mg
1.98%
Calcium:14.73mg
1.47%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.4%
Vitamin C:0.88mg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious