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Costa Rican Tilapia Lafayette Recipe

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Description

This Costa Rican Tilapia Lafayette recipe is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh tilapia fillets that are marinated in a flavorful mixture of lime juice, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection. The fish is served on a bed of rice and topped with a creamy sauce made with sour cream, mayonnaise, and cilantro. This dish is easy to make and is sure to impress your friends and family.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this dish is about 15 minutes. You will need to marinate the fish for at least 30 minutes, but you can marinate it for up to 2 hours if you prefer.

Cook Time

Cook time for this dish is about 10-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the tilapia fillets.

Ingredients

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Bowl for marinating the fish
  • Small bowl for the sauce

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix together lime juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  2. Add tilapia fillets to the bowl and coat them with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove tilapia fillets from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade.
  4. Grill tilapia fillets for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, and cilantro.
  6. Place cooked white rice on a plate and top with grilled tilapia fillets.
  7. Drizzle the sour cream sauce over the fish and serve.

Notes

You can also bake the tilapia fillets in the oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through. If you don't have smoked paprika, you can use regular paprika instead.

Nutrition Info

This dish serves 4 people and each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 380
  • Protein: 31g
  • Fat: 19g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 660mg

Recipe Tips

To make this dish even more flavorful, you can add some diced tomatoes and jalapenos to the sour cream sauce. You can also serve this dish with a side of black beans or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Make sure to use fresh tilapia fillets for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy!

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