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Baked Tilapia with Dill Sauce

Cultural Context

Baked tilapia with dill sauce is a popular dish in American cuisine, often highlighting the use of fresh herbs and simple cooking techniques. Dill, a herb with origins in the Mediterranean, pairs beautifully with fish, enhancing its natural flavors. This dish is often enjoyed for its lightness and is a favorite for weeknight dinners, showcasing the ease of preparing healthy meals at home. Today, variations can be found in many seafood restaurants and home kitchens across the country, reflecting the versatility of tilapia as a protein choice.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 oz tilapia fillets
cooking spray
1 large lemon
salt
ground black pepper
Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh dill
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2

Lightly coat a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.

3

Thinly slice one large lemon into about 12 slices.

4

Season four 4 oz tilapia fillets with salt, ground black pepper, and Cajun seasoning to taste on both sides.

5

Arrange the tilapia fillets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.

6

Top the tilapia fillets with the lemon slices, placing three slices on each piece to cover most of the surface.

7

Bake the fish uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

8

While the fish is baking, chop 2 tablespoons of fresh dill.

9

In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, 1/2 cup of sour cream, 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the chopped fresh dill.

10

Stir the ingredients until well blended.

11

Serve the fish hot with the dill sauce on the side and a wedge of fresh lemon.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

9 by 13 inch baking dishsmall bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishmilk

Also Known As

Dill Baked TilapiaTilapia with Dill Sauce

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