Grilled Tilapia Fish

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A delicious and healthy grilled tilapia fish recipe, seasoned with a mix of spices and served with a side of your choice.

Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
35min
Grilled Tilapia Fish recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 fillet with sides)

Main Ingredients

  • 4piece
    Tilapia fish
  • 1cup
    Bell peppers (mixed colors)
  • 2tbsp
    Pepper mix (Tatashe/sombo/scotch bonnet pepper)
  • 3
    cloves Garlic
  • 1in
    Ginger
  • 1
    medium Onion
  • 2tbsp
    Vegetable oil
  • 2piece
    Seasoning cubes
  • 1tsp
    Salt
  • 1tsp
    Curry powder
  • 1tsp
    Thyme
  • 1
    whole Lemon

Sides

  • 2cups
    Potatoes
  • 2cups
    Coleslaw

How to make Grilled Tilapia Fish

Preparation

  1. Clean and gut the tilapia fish, then pat it dry.

  2. Chop the bell peppers, onion, garlic, and ginger.

  3. In a bowl, mix the chopped vegetables with vegetable oil, seasoning cubes, salt, curry powder, thyme, and the juice of the lemon.

  4. Marinate the tilapia fish in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.

Cooking

  1. Preheat the air fryer oven.

  2. Place the marinated tilapia fish in the air fryer basket.

  3. Cook the fish for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

  4. While the fish is cooking, prepare the potatoes and coleslaw as desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

292.0kcal (14.6%)

Protein

22.5g (45%)

Carbs

32.5g (11.82%)

Sugars

2.5g (5%)

Healthy Fat

11.4g

Unhealthy Fat

2.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, let the fish marinate for a few hours or overnight.

  2. You can add more spices to the marinade according to your taste.

  3. Ensure the air fryer is not overcrowded for even cooking.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other types of fish?

    Yes, you can substitute tilapia with other firm white fish.

  2. Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?

    Yes, grilled tilapia can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  3. What sides can I serve with this dish?

    You can serve it with rice, salad, or any vegetables of your choice.

  4. Can I make this recipe spicy?

    Yes, you can add more pepper mix or chili to increase the heat.

  5. Is this recipe gluten-free?

    Yes, all the ingredients used are gluten-free.

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