Lime and basil tilapia recipe

Lime And Basil Tilapia Recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
This Lime and Basil Tilapia recipe is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light and healthy meal. The combination of tangy lime and aromatic basil creates a delightful balance of flavors. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare. The tilapia fillets are marinated in a zesty lime and basil mixture, then grilled or baked to perfection. Serve this delicious dish with a side of rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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Lime and basil tilapia recipe details

Lime and basil tilapia recipe, recipe Rating: 4.5
Number of votes:105Ingredients
1. Tilapia fillets (4 about 1 pound)
2. lime juice (2tbsp)
3. salt (1tsp)
4. pepper (to taste)
5. bourbon (2tsp)
6. minced fresh basil (1tbsp)
7. zest of 2 limes
8. oil (4tbsp)

Method of preparation
1. Take a resealable plastic bag, mix all the ingredients except the tilapia fillets in the bag. Add tilapia fillets and turn them to mix. Seal the bag and keep it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Preheat the grill.

2. Take a saucepan, pour the marinade in it. Keep the marinade to boil and then take off the pan from the heat. Now grill the tilapia fillets for about 3 minutes per side over high heat.

3. When the fish gets opaque then remove it from the grill. Drizzle the spoonful of marinade over the top and then serve it.

Method of preparation
1. Take a resealable plastic bag, mix all the ingredients except the tilapia fillets in the bag. Add tilapia fillets and turn them to mix. Seal the bag and keep it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Preheat the grill.

2. Take a saucepan, pour the marinade in it. Keep the marinade to boil and then take off the pan from the heat. Now grill the tilapia fillets for about 3 minutes per side over high heat.

3. When the fish gets opaque then remove it from the grill. Drizzle the spoonful of marinade over the top and then serve it.

Method of preparation time 15 minutes