Pan-Fried Tilapia with Mango Salsa
Lightly seasoned, flour-dusted tilapia pan-fried until crisp and served with a fresh mango, lime, and jalapeño salsa.
Instructions
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Step 1
Combine the mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and ⅜ tsp (2 gr) salt in the mixing bowl.
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Step 2
Let the salsa stand while preparing the fish.
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Step 3
Season both sides of the tilapia with the remaining ⅝ tsp (4 gr) salt, black pepper, and paprika.
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Step 4
Place the flour in a shallow dish. Lightly coat each seasoned fillet, then shake off loose flour.
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Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in the large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
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Step 6
Fry the coated tilapia in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning once, until golden and the thickest part reaches 63°C.
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Step 7
Divide the tilapia among four plates and spoon the mango salsa over or alongside each fillet.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: moderate
Cook tilapia to an internal temperature of 63°C. Prevent raw-fish juices from contacting the salsa, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Risk factors
- raw fish handling
- hot oil
- cut fresh produce