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Flavorful Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce That Will Delight Your Taste Buds

Learn how to make delicious Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

The key to this dish lies in selecting the right ingredients—fresh, vibrant peppers and good-quality tilapia fillets make all the difference. I always reach for peppers that are firm and brightly colored, and tilapia that’s fresh and sustainably sourced when possible. This care in choosing ingredients helps me keep meals simple but flavorful, just like my mom taught me. If you have a local farmers’ market nearby, that’s a great place to find the freshest produce for this recipe.

  • 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 3 large red bell peppers, roasted and peeled
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

If you can’t find red bell peppers, roasted poblano or anaheim peppers make a nice substitute. For a dairy-free version, this recipe is naturally friendly, but if you want to add a bit of creaminess, a splash of coconut milk can be stirred into the sauce at the end.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the whole red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is blistered and charred.
  2. Transfer the roasted peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 10 minutes—this helps loosen the skins for easy peeling.
  3. Peel the peppers, remove the seeds, and roughly chop them. Set aside.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  6. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to a blender along with the roasted peppers, broth, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. Season tilapia fillets with salt and pepper, then cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  8. Pour the roasted pepper sauce over the cooked tilapia, letting it warm through for a minute or two.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Pro tip: I like to save time by roasting extra peppers to keep in the fridge for quick sauces or sandwiches throughout the week.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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