Receta de tilapia a la sartén: crujiente por fuera y tierna por dentro en menos de 15 minutos

Ingredientes

• 4 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets, fresh or thawed
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or other high-smoke point oil)
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Preparación

1. 1

   Pat the tilapia fillets completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Season both sides of each fillet.

2. 2

   Heat a large cast iron or stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until very hot. Add the avocado oil.

3. 3

   Carefully place the fillets in the hot skillet, ensuring they don't touch. Sear for 3-4 minutes without moving them, until a golden-brown crust forms.

4. 4

   Flip the fillets. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan. As it melts, tilt the pan and baste the fish. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until opaque and cooked through.

5. 5

   Remove the fish to a plate and set aside.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

7. 7

   Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.

8. 8

   Turn off the heat and whisk in the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce is creamy. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley.

9. 9

   Spoon the sauce over the tilapia and serve immediately.