Description

A simple yet elegant Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce recipe featuring flaky white fish coated in a vibrant, smoky, and slightly sweet sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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2 large red bell peppers, roasted and peeled (about 1.5 cups packed)
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for sautéing
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

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Instructions

1. Roast, peel, seed, and chop red bell peppers. If using jarred, drain them.
2. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 6-8 minutes.
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add oregano and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add chopped roasted red peppers and undrained diced tomatoes to the skillet. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Season with salt and pepper.
5. While the sauce simmers, pat tilapia fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
6. In a separate skillet, heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear tilapia fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Gently place seared tilapia into the simmering roasted pepper sauce. Spoon sauce over fish and simmer for another 2-5 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Store leftover Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, being careful not to overcook the fish. For best texture, reheat sauce and fish separately if possible. Discard if left out for more than two hours or shows signs of spoilage.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Seared/Simmered
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: Approx. 350-400
Sugar: Approx. 8g
Sodium: Approx. 300mg (varies with added salt)
Fat: Approx. 20g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 15g
Fiber: Approx. 4g
Protein: Approx. 30g