How to Oven Grill Tilapia Fish with Alloco/Fried Plantain | Ivory Coast Cuisine My Way

tilapia fillets

🥗Healthier: cod fillets

💰Cheaper: catfish fillets

Cod is lower in calories, while catfish is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while canola is cost-effective.

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide similar sweetness with added nutrients.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Rub tilapia fillets with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Place the seasoned tilapia on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.

While the tilapia bakes, peel and slice the plantains into thick diagonal pieces.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the plantain slices until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the fried plantains and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Serve the baked tilapia alongside the fried plantains, garnished with fresh parsley.

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