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Baked Wrapped Tilapia Recipe

Indulge in this spicy-sweet Baked Wrapped Tilapia, a recipe rumored to be Tori Amos' favorite! This crowd-pleasing dish features flaky tilapia fillets nestled in fragrant, flavorful toppings and baked to perfection in parchment paper (banana leaves recommended, but parchment works great!). Served with coconut rice, it's a delightful and easy weeknight meal your whole family will love. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 200.1 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Wrapped Tilapia

  • 2 tablespoons fresh gingerroot, peeled and finely grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 3 green onions, white and light green parts, thinly sliced
  • 1 red chili pepper, seeded and finely minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, divided
  • 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets
  • 4 large banana leaves
  • 4 sheets parchment paper (approx. 12x16 inches each)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Aluminum foil (optional, for sealing)
  • Coconut rice, for serving

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How to Make Baked Wrapped Tilapia

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine all topping ingredients (see below).
  3. Season tilapia fillets generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Place one tilapia fillet (approx. 6 oz) on each sheet of parchment paper (or banana leaf).
  5. Divide the topping mixture evenly among the fillets, spreading it over the top.
  6. Fold the parchment paper (or banana leaf) over the fillet to create a packet. Seal the edges tightly by folding them over several times, then crimping the edges with aluminum foil to prevent leaks.
  7. Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Serve immediately with coconut rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

7g

Carbs

1g

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