Tilapia al horno con limón y pimienta (lista en 20 minutos)

Ingredientes

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
• 4 fillets tilapia (4-6 ounces (113-170 g) each)
• 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Lemon slices (to garnish)

Preparación

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

2. 2

   Prepare the lemon butter sauce: Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and combine butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Once the butter has melted and the ingredients are well combined, remove from heat and set aside.

3. 3

   Arrange the tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle lemon pepper seasoning and paprika evenly on both sides of the fillets.

4. 4

   Pour the lemon butter mixture over the fillets. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with fresh parsley, garnish with lemon slices, and serve warm.