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5 Spice Tilapia Recipe

This 5-Spice Tilapia recipe is a quick, flavorful, and surprisingly addictive dish! Even the pickiest fish-avoiders will be impressed by the tender, juicy tilapia infused with aromatic five-spice powder and a sweet and savory soy sauce glaze. Adapted from Eating Well Magazine (July/August 2010), this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 191.3 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for 5 Spice Tilapia

  • 1 pound Tilapia Fillet
  • 1 teaspoon Five Spice Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil
  • 2 chopped Scallions (about 2 tablespoons)

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How to Make 5 Spice Tilapia

  1. Sprinkle both sides of the tilapia fillets (about 1 pound) with 1 teaspoon five-spice powder.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon brown sugar.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or canola) in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the tilapia fillets and cook until the edges are opaque and lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low. Turn the fish over, add the soy sauce mixture to the skillet, and stir to combine.
  6. Bring the sauce to a simmer, and cook until the fish is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 2-3 minutes more. The internal temperature of the fish should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Stir in 2 chopped scallions (about 2 tablespoons) and remove from the heat.
  8. Serve immediately, drizzled with the delicious sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

4g

Carbs

4g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Main Dish Seafood Asian Easy Fish Freshwater Fish Tilapia