Lemon Garlic Tilapia

Ingredients

• 4 tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional but recommended)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place them on a plate.

Sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add the fillets and cook for about 3–4 minutes per side, until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove and set aside.

In the same pan, add butter and garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in lemon juice and zest.

Return the fish to the pan, spoon the sauce over the fillets, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.