Seared Tilapia Over Lemony Rice Recipe

Fusion cuisine · 286 calories

Seared Tilapia over Lemony Rice recipe

About this recipe

Seared Tilapia over Lemony Rice is a delightful fusion of bright citrus flavors and tender, flaky fish. This dish combines quick preparation with restaurant-quality results, making it ideal for busy professionals who crave a sophisticated dinner without the hassle.

Ingredients

  • - Schwartz Flat Leaf Parsley
  • 1 Kg Laila Basmati Rice
  • - Borough Broth Company Free-Range Organic Chicken Bone Broth
  • - Filippo Berio Garlic Flavoured Olive Oil
  • 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
  • 150G Mymoune Sugared Lemon Peel, 150G
  • - Lurpak Unsalted Butter
  • - Greenfields Black Peppercorns
  • 250 Ml PLJ Lemon Juice Original Sharp 500ml
  • 110G Gourmet Kitchen Himalayan Pink Salt Grinder
  • 100 G Natco Paprika Powder

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then set it aside to drain.
  2. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. 3. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it in the oil for about 1-2 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock and bring it to a boil.
  4. 4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. 5. While the rice cooks, season both sides of the tilapia fillets with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  6. 6. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the tilapia fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  7. 7. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, and melted butter. Drizzle this over the cooked rice and fluff with a fork to combine.
  8. 8. Plate the rice on individual serving plates, top it with the seared tilapia fillets, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
  9. 9. Serve immediately and enjoy this light yet flavorful meal.